Civil Engineering Summer Placement

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Civil Engineer Summer Placement to join our NMC NE team within Amey's Transport Infrastructure Business Unit, based in Perth.

Salary: £12.71 per hour (Subject to review) Location: Caledonian House, West Kinfauns, Perth. PH2 7XZ Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, 40 hours per week. Start date: July 2027

Placement Details

During your 8 – 12 week placement at Amey, you will be challenged and inspired to reach your full potential while working in a dynamic and stimulating environment. You will gain valuable insight into life at Amey, with the opportunity to apply for our Graduate Pathway after completing your academic studies.

About the Team

Join our supportive and inclusive community in NMC NE working on diverse projects that make a real positive impact across the UK. Amey is working in partnership with Transport Scotland Northeast since August 2022, with an increased focus on supporting the creation of sustainable futures for communities, together we will achieve net zero targets and improve the customer experience.

What You Will Do

• Ensure accurate and effective collation of data.
• Carry out inspections in accordance with the Well-Maintained Highways Code of General Practice.
• Ensure contract compliance on data quality management issues.
• Comply with the relevant health and safety legislation.
• Communicate with the third-party claims team to provide evidence in defence of claims.
• Assist with the establishment and implementation of a programme of inspections and investigations.
• Assist with project administration as required.
• Record time accurately in project control systems.
• Liaise with the OCR and staff to ensure planning, operations and works are completed on time.
• Assist with the preparation of reports and documents as necessary.
• Provide accurate advice to relevant parties on procedures.

What You Will Bring

• Currently studying for a degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Full UK driving licence or working towards obtaining one.

Skills

• Computer literate and thoroughly conversant with MS office suite.
• Has the appropriate technical skills and ability to successfully work within technical teams with high levels of quality.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and CAD.
• Good communication skills, with the ability to work successfully within a team and engage in internal and external discussions with clients and other stakeholders.

Behavioural Competencies

• Passion for developing your skills, both professionally and personally.
• Enthusiasm for being part of a high-performing team and a drive for success.
• Ability to work as part of local and national teams.

Important Information:

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for consideration, due to the nature of the work associated with this account.
• Successful applicants will be required to undergo random drug and alcohol testing.
• Please upload your certificates, predicted grades or achieved qualifications with your application.

Why Join Amey?

Amey works on long-term stable contracts, offering opportunities for career planning. They have Platinum status from Investors in People. Benefits include:

• Competitive annual salary
• All-round support from managers, colleagues, and learning providers.
• First-class mentoring and a structured learning and development programme.
• Comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programmes.
• 24 days pro rata leave plus bank holidays.
• Flexible working patterns (hybrid, part-time, flexible).
• Flexible benefits options (insurance, Cycle2Work, gym membership).
• Exclusive discounts from leading retailers and healthcare services.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Membership of Affinity Networks.

About Amey

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner that designs, delivers, protects, and maintains critical assets and systems. They advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. Their approach combines strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operational expertise to create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes.

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

Amey welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. As a disability confident leader, they guarantee an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum requirements.

Please apply as soon as possible as we may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.