Undergraduate Civil Engineer

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive placement salary

Structured training and development

Mentoring from experienced pros

Exposure to chartership pathways

Impact on high-profile projects

Job summary

John Sisk & Son Ltd offers an Undergraduate Civil Engineer placement across the UK. You will join a leading building contractor for a 3 or 12-month placement, gaining hands-on experience and exposure to real projects.

To apply, you should be studying a Civil Engineering degree, with strong communication and teamwork, an analytical mindset and a willingness to learn. You’ll receive structured training, mentoring, and exposure to chartership pathways, with a competitive placement salary.

Qualifications

• Currently studying a Civil Engineering related degree.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Geographically mobile.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience on major UK projects.
• Receive mentoring from experienced professionals.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Undergraduate Civil Engineer

Location: Various Projects across the UK

Overview

Undergraduate Civil Engineer Location: Various Projects across the UK

Start Date: Summer 2027

Duration: 3 or 12 months

Application Deadline: December

Build your future with John Sisk & Son

Are you studying a Civil Engineering degree and looking for a placement that offers real responsibility, technical development, and exposure to major projects? Join Sisk for a 3 or 12-month undergraduate placement and gain hands‑on experience with one of the UK and Ireland’s leading building contractors.

Who We Are

Established in 1859, Sisk is proud to be in its fifth generation of family ownership. Our founding values of care, excellence, and integrity continue to shape everything we do. With a clear vision of Building Excellence, we consistently deliver high-quality projects that exceed client expectations. Our people are the driving force behind our success, and we are now looking for the next generation of students to help us carry that legacy forward.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently studying a Civil Engineering related degree
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and take initiative
• Geographically mobile

What You’ll Get

• Competitive placement salary
• Structured training and development
• Mentoring from experienced professionals
• Exposure to chartership pathways
• A chance to make a real impact on high-profile projects