Graduate Civil Engineer - Community Development 2027

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Recruitment is ongoing. The advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Join our 2027 (Autumn) Graduate Programme as a Graduate Civil Engineer in our London office, where you'll be part of a market-leading Community Development discipline.

Based in our London office, you'll join a collaborative Civil Engineering team supporting the delivery of major infrastructure and highways projects across the country. The team forms part of Stantec's wider national Transport business, giving you access to multidisciplinary expertise and opportunities to work on projects across the UK.

As a Graduate Civil Engineer, you'll gain exposure to all stages of the project lifecycle, from feasibility and concept design through to detailed design and construction. Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll contribute to the design of major highway and infrastructure schemes, developing skills in highway alignment, pavement design, drainage design and project delivery while building a strong foundation for your career.

Our portfolio includes major regional residential projects like the re-development of Alconbury Airfield and a new development at Little Barford, Bedfordshire including interaction with East-West Rail, design support for the continued re-development of Paradise, Birmingham and nationally significant energy projects like the Agratas giga battery plant.

Civil Engineering (), and review the career journey of our Stantec graduates here:
Stantec | Career Stories.

You'll support the delivery of a wide range of civil engineering projects, from major highway improvements to large-scale residential developments. Working alongside experienced engineers, you will:

• Develop sustainable infrastructure solutions, including highways and drainage designs for residential and commercial projects.
• Undertake design work using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other industry-standard software.
• Support projects through all stages of delivery, from feasibility and concept design through to construction.
• Produce engineering calculations, technical analysis, drawings and inspection reports.
• Assist with project risk assessments and contribute to risk management activities.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, bids and proposals.
• Provide technical support to multidisciplinary project teams.
• Attend client meetings, workshops and design coordination sessions with colleagues from across the business.

This role offers excellent exposure to all aspects of civil engineering design and project delivery, helping you develop the technical and professional skills needed for a successful career in infrastructure engineering.

We are committed to supporting employees in achieving relevant professional qualifications and accreditation.

The applicable professional qualification for this role is IEng or CEng status with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE).

Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that you receive sufficient time with your team and receive the appropriate level of support.

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long‑term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to gain professional chartership
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a keen interest in the Infrastructure sector, you will be:

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• An Adapter - You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer - You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
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