Graduate Town Planner

Strabag; Manchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction technology group in Manchester is seeking Graduate Civil Engineers to join their innovative Graduate Programme. This 15-month training opportunity offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and accredited qualifications. Ideal candidates will hold a 2:1 in Civil Engineering and possess strong communication, teamwork skills, and a positive attitude. Responsibilities include site visits, planning support, and stakeholder coordination. Join us to shape the future of construction.

Benefits

Mentorship from industry professionals

Accreditations from recognized bodies

Intensive training and development

Qualifications

• No more than 12 months’ work experience.
• Positive can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site visits and research relevant planning policies.
• Comply with all relevant policies and procedures.
• Help in the preparation of relevant planning applications and associated documentation.
• Keep track of planning policy changes, methods and best practices.
• Maintain accurate records of all activities.
• Support community engagement and consultation processes.
• Support coordination of planning tasks with project delivery teams.
• Support with regular assurance activity to monitor compliance.
• Support with the management of consents.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders throughout the planning process.

Skills

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Willingness to learn

Hardworking attitude

Education

Minimum 2:1 in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project)

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.

STRABAG - More than just a construction company

About STRABAG:

STRABAG SEis a leading European technology groupfor 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 leadingEuropean-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:

• Carry out site visits and research relevant planning policies
• Comply with all relevant policies and procedures
• Help in the preparation of relevant planning applications and associated documentation
• Keep track of planning policy changes, methods and best practices, bringing relevant changes into the workplace
• Maintain accurate records of all activities
• Support community engagement and community consultation processes
• Support coordination of planning tasks with project delivery teams
• Support with regular assurance activity to monitor compliance
• Support with the management of consents
• Work with internal and external stakeholders throughout the entire planning process