Graduate Civil Engineer

STRABAG Real Estate GmbH; Redcar; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction technology firm in the UK seeks ambitious Graduate Civil Engineers. This role offers a 15-month Graduate Programme focusing on practical experience and professional development. Responsibilities include site operations management, planning and compliance with engineering standards. Ideal candidates will have a 2:1 degree in Civil Engineering and strong communication skills. Join us to shape the future of construction projects.

Benefits

Accreditations from recognized industry bodies

Mentorship throughout the Graduate Programme

Intensive development opportunities

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a degree in Civil Engineering.
• No more than 12 months of work experience.
• Hard-working and positive can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site operations management for safety and quality.
• Plan and sequence operations, write method statements.
• Implement operational quality control and brief teams.
• Prepare technical drawings and ensure compliance with standards.
• Engage fully with the 15-month Graduate Programme.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Willingness to learn

Initiative

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project)

Education

Minimum 2:1 in Civil Engineering

Job description

As STRABAG UK continues to grow and expand its major project portfolio, we are excited to announce the need for ambitious Graduate Civil Engineers looking for their next step in the world of Civil Engineering. If would like to help shape future of STRABAG, please read the below job description.

• Minimum 2:1 in Civil Engineering
• No more than 12 months’ work experience
• Good communication and teamwork skills with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project).
• Hard working with a positive can-do attitude.

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About STRABAG

STRABAG SE is a leading European technology group for construction services, renowned for its innovation and financial strength. Our services encompass all areas of the construction industry and cover the entire construction value chain.

We create added value for our clients by taking a holistic approach to buildings throughout their entire life cycle – from conception, planning, and construction, through operation and facility management, to repurposing or deconstruction.

About STRABAG UK

STRABAG UK is a division of STRABAG SE, a leading European-based construction technology group with a global footprint, offering world‑leading services in the water, energy, transport, and building sectors. Our ongoing major projects include HS2 London Tunnels, the HARP (Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme), the Wood Smith Project, and a range of other industrial and commercial projects – most recently the Radlett Project in St Albans. At STRABAG UK, we are committed to involving young engineering talent and giving them opportunities to showcase their skills and innovative thinking across both our current and future projects.

About Graduate Programme

The STRABAG UK Graduate Programme has been designed to provide you with powerful development and experience, giving you an incredible start to your career with us. It starts with your induction week, held offsite, where together, we focus on communication, teamwork and connection. You will learn more about yourself, your colleagues and the business. You will also be introduced to your mentor who will be there to support you throughout. The STRABAG UK Graduate Programme is 15 months in duration and offers industry leading development. It is intense but hugely rewarding and on successful completion, you will receive accreditations and qualifications from industry recognised bodies such as: The Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), Association for Project Management (APM), Institute of Sustainability & Environmental Professionals (ISEP), British Tunnelling Society (BTS), The Institute of Leadership (IOL). You will also begin your journey with professional associations such as The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), The Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES) and The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

STRABAG’S Recruitment & Selection Process

Our graduate selection process shall comprise of the following stages: Application, Online assessment, Shortlisting, Graduate Assessment Centre.

Role Requirements

• Assisting with the management of site operations, to ensure safety, quality, cost‑effectiveness, timely production and customer satisfaction
• Planning and sequencing of operations, including writing method statements and risk assessments, and procuring sub‑contractor, labour, plant and material resources
• Briefing teams Implementing operational quality control including setting out and QA processes
• Prepare technical drawings, calculations, and construction documentation under supervision.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, local regulations, and safety requirements.
• Design and design management
• Work winning
• Full engagement with the STRABAG UK’s 15‑month Graduate Programme