Graduate Civil engineer - water infrastructure

Kick-start your career as a Graduate Site Engineer working on essential water and utilities infrastructure projects across the East Midlands. This long‑term opportunity with a well‑established civil engineering contractor delivers critical works within the water sector, including clean and wastewater schemes. You will benefit from structured graduate training, hands‑on site exposure, and clear progression routes, supported by experienced water industry professionals.

• Reading and interpreting civil engineering and water infrastructure drawings
• Setting out works accurately for pipelines, drainage, chambers, and associated civils
• Supporting delivery of water and wastewater projects to programme and budget
• Assisting with site records, permits, and technical documentation
• Liaising with site managers, subcontractors, and client representatives
• Ensuring SHEQ standards are met across live water infrastructure sites
• Supporting day‑to‑day engineering activities on clean and wastewater schemes

• A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• At least 1 year's experience on civils, water or utilities projects (preferred)
• An interest in water infrastructure, utilities, and long‑term framework work
• Strong numeracy skills with confidence using Excel and Outlook
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively on site
• Valid site cards and a full UK driving licence

The company offers an environment where individual contributions are valued and teamwork is encouraged. Benefits include a bonus scheme, structured training, clear career progression, long‑term stability, private medical care, life assurance, pension plans, and holidays, supporting our engineers’ growth and satisfaction.

Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd, the agency managing this vacancy, emphasizes that applications are only accepted from candidates with a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom.