Graduate Civil Engineer

Graduate Civil Engineer – STRABAG UK

STRABAG UK offers a 15‑month graduate programme that covers key topics such as health & safety, emotional intelligence, team development, project management, sustainability, commercial and contractual acumen, inclusivity, social value and a psychologically safe working environment. Upon successful completion, graduates will progress to a full role within the company.

• Assist in the management of site operations, ensuring safety, quality, cost efficiency, timely production and customer satisfaction.
• Plan and sequence operations, including writing method statements, risk assessments and procuring subcontractors, labour, plant and material resources.
• Brief teams and implement 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.
• Engage in commercial and design management activities.
• Participate fully in the STRABAG UK 15‑month Graduate Programme.

• Good communication and teamwork skills with a willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project).
• Hardworking with a positive “can‑do” attitude.
• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a civil engineering degree.

• Sign up as a Graduate member of a professional body (ICE, RICS, CICES).
• Complete at least three quarterly reports.
• Maintain CPD records signed off by a delegated Engineer, Counsellor or similar professional reviewer.
• Obtain approval for completion from the professional reviewer.

The programme is supported by professional bodies such as the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) through structured training agreement processes.