Graduate Civil Engineer

About The Role

EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood.

EKFB is looking for Graduate Civil Engineers to join our team based in either Brackley or the Buckingham area.

This role is a 2‑year graduate development programme designed to develop personal, professional and technical skills through a blended approach. You will work under the supervision of Section/Project Managers and in collaboration with the site team.

You will either be given a project to work on or be given a small “Package” to manage from start to finish. You will contribute to the achievement of Health and Safety in accordance with company policy and ensure quality on our projects is upheld. You will also assist in the co‑ordination of the team activities to ensure that the project is completed on budget and on time, in line with the agreed construction process.

You will assist in ensuring the project complies with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.

In addition, you will assist the Project Manager on the management of the team, giving advice on appropriate resourcing levels, effective performance management, employee development and motivation. You will be adopting and promoting EKFB Vision and Values. Taking ownership for the work assigned to you and adhere to safe working practice regulations on site and ensure all staff comply with the requirement.

EKFB is a joint venture that brings together international, market leading expertise from four leading civil engineering and construction companies:
Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial Construction and BAM Nuttall. All four partners have specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing, and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.

EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.

Competitive salary and benefits.

We are committed to, and strongly believe in, inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; we welcome applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities.

EKFB are committed to making reasonable adjustments to support our people throughout their employment journey. Please contact us if there are any reasonable adjustments or additional support you might require for making an application.

Key Skills and

Qualifications:

• Degree or master’s in engineering (all disciplines considered).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact at a variety of levels.
• Motivated to learn and add value to the team, the role and the Graduate programme.
• Analytical thinker who enjoys problem solving.
• A proven team player who can effectively work with others.
• Proactive approach to working and learning.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of the industry.
• Familiar with all Microsoft packages.
• Must have right to work in the UK by the start of employment and throughout the entirety of the graduate programme.
• Must have a full driving licence.
• Must have CSCS card (White, White/Yellow, Gold, Black or Red experienced).

Desirable:

• Knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation.
• Engineering experience.