Graduate Civil Engineer (Bridges) - Community Development 2027

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Final date to receive applications:
Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

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

As a Stantec graduate, you'll collaborate with your team and wider graduate cohort, developing your bridge engineering expertise within an exciting and creative multidisciplinary environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and highly experienced Bridges and Civil Structures team, working on projects that help connect communities and support critical infrastructure across the UK. As part of a wider national network of bridge engineering specialists, you'll gain exposure to a diverse range of projects spanning the full asset lifecycle, from feasibility and concept design through to inspection, maintenance and long-term asset management.

Working alongside experienced engineers, you'll contribute to the design, assessment and maintenance of bridges and other civil structures, applying advanced engineering analysis and industry-leading software to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions. You'll also benefit from structured training, mentoring and professional development opportunities, helping you build the technical and practical skills needed for a successful career in bridge engineering.

Take a look at our Bridges business line:
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Working closely with experienced mentors, you'll gain exposure to all stages of bridge engineering project delivery, helping to develop your technical expertise and professional skills. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the design, assessment and maintenance of bridges and civil structures.

• Supporting bridge inspections, site visits and condition assessments.

• Producing engineering calculations, analysis and technical drawings using industry-leading software.

• Contributing to technical reports, specifications and project documentation.

• Working with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative and sustainable engineering solutions.

• Supporting projects throughout the asset lifecycle, from feasibility and concept design through to asset management.

• Attending client meetings, workshops and site inspections to develop your understanding of project delivery.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to build a strong foundation in structural and bridge engineering while working on a diverse range of infrastructure projects across the UK.

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).

This role will help deliver sustainable, resilient infrastructure and community developments that create lasting benefits for people, places and the environment. Working across a range of projects, you will support the planning, design and delivery of infrastructure solutions that enhance communities, promote sustainable growth and improve quality of life. Your work will contribute to addressing key challenges such as climate resilience, resource efficiency and environmental stewardship, helping clients deliver innovative, future-ready solutions that meet the needs of both local communities and wider society.

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering,…