Graduate Civil Engineer

Job Description:

Location: Leicester
Experience: 2–5 years

My client is seeking a motivated Graduate Civil Engineer with 2–5 years of industry experience to join the growing civil engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer looking to build strong technical, commercial, and project delivery skills within a supportive and professional environment.

• Infrastructure design for commercial and mixed-use developments, including drainage, highways, and external works

• Surface and foul water drainage design, including SuDS solutions

• Preparation of drawings, calculations, and technical reports

• Use of industry-standard software (e.g. Civil 3D, MicroDrainage or similar)

• Coordination with internal teams, clients, local authorities, and statutory undertakers

• Supporting project delivery from concept through to construction

• Assisting with commercial aspects of projects, including cost awareness, programme constraints, and risk management

• Ensuring designs comply with relevant standards, regulations, and health & safety requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

• 2–5 years’ experience in a civil/infrastructure engineering role

• Experience working on infrastructure projects, ideally within commercial developments

• Good understanding of UK design standards and regulations

• Proficiency in CAD and civil engineering software

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop

• Working towards, or keen to work towards, professional chartership (ICE or similar)

• Experience with SuDS and drainage approvals

• Knowledge of highways design and external works

• Familiarity with NEC contracts and commercial project delivery

• Experience liaising with local authorities and statutory bodies

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Structured career development and mentoring

• Support towards professional accreditation

• Exposure to a diverse range of infrastructure and commercial projects

• Collaborative and supportive working environment