Key Takeaways
- Two-year graduate programme supporting transition from student to professional.
- Specialise in Acoustics, working on major infrastructure and environmental projects.
- Requires a 2:2 in a relevant Maths, Physics, Environmental Science, Acoustic Engineering, Music Technology, or Civil Engineering degree.
- Applications close on 6th November 2026, but early application is encouraged.
About the Role
Our two-year Graduate GROW Programme supports your transition from student to professional, sitting along client work and real projects from day one. Each graduate’s journey is unique, shaped by their chosen specialism and the variety of projects they contribute to. You will build your technical expertise by contributing to meaningful client engagements and project work, whilst business acumen and professional skills will be developed through centrally delivered graduate cohort training. Although there are no formal rotations, graduates are encouraged and supported by their managers to proactively seek opportunities, to broaden their experience and support their development.
As a specialist and science graduate joining GROW you will specialise from day one in your chosen discipline. Working in teams of consultants you’ll be responsible for your own deliverables, liaising with clients, and given every opportunity to build your skillsets and technical expertise. You’ll work on a range of environmental and planning projects which may include major infrastructure, urban regeneration and community focussed projects that will expose you to a variety of challenges and technical specialists.
Role Accountabilities
Acoustics
Our Acoustics team is involved in some of the UK’s most complex and stimulating projects that are both diverse and technically demanding including Lower Thames Crossing, Barking Riverside Station, High Speed 2 and aspects of the Great Grid Upgrade amongst others; we are also currently expanding outside of the UK with projects across Europe and Globally. As a Graduate Acoustic Consultant, you will assist the team in the delivery of project related tasks including site surveying, 3-dimensional modelling and assessment to meet budget, timeframe and quality targets, and will be able to learn new technical skills focusing on innovation, sustainability, and digital solutions. The role is predominantly office based but also involves site work (greenfield, construction and industrial/transport environments), ranging from ad-hoc days on site to multiple consecutive days depending on the project. The projects delivered cover the entirety of the British Isles and as such travel is part of the role.
Accepted Degrees
BEng/ BSc / MEng / MSc - Maths, Physics, Environmental Science based degree, Acoustic Engineering, Music Technology, Civil Engineering
Qualifications & Experience
- You will be graduating in 2027 or have recently graduated in 2026, with at least a 2:2 in a relevant master's or bachelor's degree.
- You will demonstrate typical Arcadian skills including Resilience, Creativity, Analytical Thinking and being a Team Player.
- You will have excellent communication skills and the ability to use your technical knowledge to influence and consult stakeholders.
- Hold a full driving licence which allows you to drive in the UK.
- You must be willing and able to travel frequently and stay away from home as required. A significant portion of your time will involve site work, which may require extended periods away from your home office.