Facilities jobs in United Kingdom

As a Graduate Civil Engineer, you will assist the Site Engineers in providing setting out/engineering control on site. You will:

• Participate in creating a safely safe working environment.
• Assist in site engineering control and setting out activities and provide information to operatives and subcontractors.
• Complete diary sheets along with any photographic evidence as required.
• Assist in material reconciliations.
• Ensure all surveying equipment is calibrated.
• Assist in carrying out as-built surveys on complete works and drawings.
• Assist in maintaining quality records, ensuring all works undertaken in accordance with Inspection & Test Plans (ITP) and maintaining the as-built records.
• Assist in basic planning, monitoring & programming.
• Control and minimise waste on site.
• Identify/assist in introducing new process, techniques and innovations on site.
• Ensure all company property under your control is taken care of and stored securely when not in use.

We invite applications from graduates who are passionate about the industry and have achieved, or are on track to achieve a Bachelors or Masters degree in civil engineering (or similar) prior to September 2026.

A full UK driving licence (or currently learning, you will be expected to have obtained a Full UK Driving Licence by 7th September 2026) and the eligibility to live and work in the UK without restriction is essential for this role.

• A collaborator: You work and communicate effectively with lots of different people at different levels, providing valuable input into key projects.
• A problem solver: You look at potential solutions from all angles, bringing ideas and solutions to the table.
• A self starter: Embrace ownership on your tasks and projects, you're motivated to improve and develop your own skills.
• An adapter: You have a flexible approach to work, able to adapt to new circumstances or change in plans and you can positively change direction when needed.
• An inquisitor: Being curious comes naturally to you, you ask questions to learn and understand more.

Step 2: Applicants who pass an initial screening stage will be invited to complete a pre-recorded video interview where you will be asked questions that allow you to showcase who you are; these will include self-awareness, curiosity and innovation, and your ability to articulate yourself well.

As a leading construction company, we aim to improve the UK's built environment and deliver lasting change in the communities we work in. Our purpose is to improve lives by building facilities and infrastructure, support our team's growth, promote best practices in our supply chain, and care for the environment. At Galliford Try, we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential, emphasising health, safety and wellbeing through our 'Be Well' program, which offers gym discounts and support for various wellbeing topics. Encouraged by our people oriented values, we invite motivated and enthusiastic people to join us in making a meaningful difference.

Our development programme lasts for two years and runs in parallel to your permanent job, covering 7 modules designed to bring out your interpersonal and leadership skills, and complement the hands on technical experience that you will gain in your role. If you decide to work towards professional qualifications, we will fully fund your qualification and pair you with a dedicated mentor. Our programme concludes with a celebration of you and a promotion within your role to start the next stage of your career.

• A starting salary of £31,000
• 28 days holiday excluding bank holidays, increasing with years of service, with an option of utilising our holiday purchase scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Two paid volunteering days per year
• Agile working programme
• A range of benefit schemes including: Save as You Earn share purchase scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, Enhanced maternity and paternity leave, Pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme and discounts on your favourite brands and holidays.