Placement Civil Engineer: Real-World Projects & Mentorship

JN Bentley; Shifnal; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Early Career Professionals network

26 days annual leave pro rata

Funding support for final year

Job summary

Mott MacDonald Bentley offers a 12-month placement for undergraduates, spanning both design and construction teams. You’ll gain exposure to live projects and travel across the Severn Trent region, contributing to real-world outcomes while aligning with your degree.

You will work on live projects, receive mentorship from seasoned professionals, and have the chance to secure a permanent role after graduation. The role commences Summer 2027 and supports your professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be studying a full-time undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering.
• Basic understanding of civil engineering principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• A valid driving license and access to a car.
• Willingness to travel to sites across your operational region.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, design, construction, commissioning, handover and completion of projects.
• Assist the Project Leader (Designer) with preparation of design, technical drawings and other documentation in line with company processes, procedures and contract requirements.
• Assist the Site Engineer with setting out line & level of structures and pipework in line with construction drawings using surveying equipment (GPS, total station, dumpy Level, pipe laser).
• Assist the Site Engineer with carrying out the required quality assurance and completing ITRs (Inspection and test records) in line with company procedures.
• Assist the Site Manager & Site Engineer with supervising safety, health & environment on site in line with company standards and procedures.
• Assist the Site Manager & Site Engineer with day-to-day running of the site including requisition of materials and plant and processing of delivery tickets
• Liaise with designers, support teams and supply chains
• Assist the Site Engineer with producing as-built surveys and records.
• Assist the Project Leader (Designer) with compiling completion documentation in line with the client completion process.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Driving license

Education

Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Mott MacDonald Bentley offers a 12-month placement for undergraduates, spanning both design and construction teams. You’ll gain exposure to live projects and travel across the Severn Trent region, contributing to real-world outcomes while aligning with your degree.

You will work on live projects, receive mentorship from seasoned professionals, and have the chance to secure a permanent role after graduation. The role commences Summer 2027 and supports your professional development.