SPA Graduate (Design Manager)

Anglian Water Services Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services company in the UK is seeking motivated Graduate Engineers to support innovative infrastructure projects. You will coordinate design activities and contribute to planning and execution under experienced guidance. Ideal candidates hold a relevant engineering degree, are self-motivated, and possess excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and real project experience from day one.

Benefits

Competitive graduate salary and benefits package

Structured training and development programme

Support for professional accreditations

Real project experience from day one

Qualifications

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application.
• Willingness to contribute to team leadership and coordination.
• Committed to creating a supportive and equitable work environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the coordination of design teams.
• Demonstrate initiative and ownership in design management tasks.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Self-motivated

Proactive approach to learning

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Process Engineering

Job description

Overview

Are you an engineering graduate ready to make a real-world impact? Join a growing team delivering an innovative and essential infrastructure project that will serve millions across East Anglia. We are looking for motivated Graduate Engineers to support the delivery of multidisciplinary design for either a discrete or multiple sections across SPA. Working under the guidance of experienced design leaders, you will contribute to the planning, coordination, and execution of design management activities, ensuring alignment with project goals, safety standards, carbon and innovation targets.

Responsibilities

• Support the coordination of design teams, including internal engineers and external consultants.
• Demonstrate initiative and ownership in design management related tasks.
• Contribute to a positive team culture by promoting collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Assist in the planning and execution of design deliverables in line with project milestones.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and contribute to innovation initiatives.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement in Health & Safety (H&S), ensuring consistent H&S standards are maintained.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical or Process Engineering.
• Self-motivated with a proactive approach to learning and delivery.
• Willingness to contribute to team leadership and coordination.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Committed to creating a supportive and equitable work environment.
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Please note that this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker or Graduate visa routes.

Benefits

• Competitive graduate salary and benefits package
• Structured training and development programme
• We will support you achieve working towards your professional accreditations
• Real project experience from day one

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