Graduate Civil Engineer – Highways & Streets

A graduate civil engineering role supporting highway and street infrastructure projects through road design, CAD drawings, site surveys, technical reports and construction support.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Graduate Civil Engineer to join our Highways & Streets team in our Infrastructure Practice.

You will join our UK and Ireland Highways and Streets team of more than 400+ staff, recognised as market leaders in highways, public transport and active travel.

Based in our growing team, you’ll work within a positive and collaborative environment alongside experienced engineers and a locally based senior management team. You’ll also be enrolled in the AECOM ADVANCE graduate development programme, designed to support your professional and personal development as you build your career with AECOM.

As a graduate, you’ll support the delivery of a diverse range of high-profile projects across the transportation business line, working with both local and national clients.

As your experience and confidence grow, you’ll take on increasing responsibility for project tasks and technical deliverables, with opportunities to contribute to projects from inception through to completion.

You may gain experience across a variety of projects, including:

• Highway design drawings, plans, details, and supporting technical documentation using CAD and design software.

• Design of roads, junctions, pedestrian and cycle infrastructure, and associated highway elements.

• Preparation and development of highway layouts in accordance with relevant design standards, guidance, and specifications.

• Site visits, surveys and the collection of information to support highway design and assessment.

• Analyse technical information, survey data, and existing highway conditions to inform design development.

• Preparation of technical reports, calculations, specifications, and presentation materials.

• Use digital engineering, CAD, Civil 3D, and BIM tools in the development and delivery of highway projects.

• Maintain accurate project records and assist with general project administration.

You’ll work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, gaining hands-on experience with industry-leading tools and contributing to projects at all stages, from early feasibility and planning through to detailed design, construction support and contract administration.

Qualifications

• BEng in Civil Engineering or General Engineering, with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or above

• MEng in Civil Engineering or General Engineering, with a 2:1 classification (or equivalent) or above, would be an advantage

• Relevant modules, coursework or experience in highways, infrastructure or transportation would be an advantage

• Enthusiastic, hard-working and technically proficient, with ambition and drive

• Good report writing and technical communication skills would be beneficial

• Ability to structure and prioritise work effectively through close cooperation with the wider team

• Ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently, while demonstrating initiative and focus

• Good communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to colleagues, clients and other stakeholders

• Willingness to develop professionally and work towards relevant professional accreditation or chartership

Additional Information

• Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible since CVs will be reviewed, and candidates selected for an advanced offer to start.    

• Please include a covering letter with your application and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades.

• You must have permanent right to work in the UK as we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges.