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Graduate Civil Engineer - Site Development

Arup
Competitive
BirminghamNottingham

Expected closing date: Thursday, 12 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Support the design and delivery of civil engineering solutions for large-scale infrastructure and Site Development projects.
  • Requires a Bachelors or Masters degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Starting salary is competitive, with a profit share scheme and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Applications close on 12 November 2026.
  • This role does not offer visa sponsorship and requires full working rights in the UK.

About the Role

Arup's Site Development teams are involved in a wide range of projects, bringing expertise in civil engineering design and project delivery. They cover multi-disciplinary coordination, master planning, highways, drainage, flood risk management, and utilities infrastructure.

These teams contribute to Arup's portfolios in Energy, Water, Transport, Cities Planning, Property, and Science & Industry. They play a key role in large-scale infrastructure projects, supporting clients from concept through to construction in both public and private sectors.

What You'll Do

  • Support the design and delivery of civil engineering solutions for large-scale infrastructure and Site Development projects, including energy, water, transport (rail and highways), nuclear decommissioning, brownfield redevelopment, buildings, and public realm.
  • Develop site layouts, drainage strategies, earthworks designs, access arrangements, and utility coordination solutions.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create integrated and sustainable engineering designs.
  • Produce high-standard technical designs, drawings, calculations, and reports.
  • Engage with clients, stakeholders, and project teams to achieve practical and innovative outcomes.

About You

We are looking for candidates with the following qualifications, skills, and attributes:

  • A Bachelors or Masters degree in Civil Engineering.
  • Skills and experience relating to AutoCAD/MicroStation, Civil 3D, InfoDrainage, and the use of AI/Data/Digital tools to support engineering design would be beneficial but are not essential.

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:

  • Full working rights in the UK.
  • No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role.
  • Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree before employment starts.

Alongside your degree, we value:

  • Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world.
  • Innovative minds: Critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.
  • Growth seekers: A growth mindset, eager to learn and explore new ways of working.
  • Adaptable adventurers: Readiness to take on challenges.
  • Commitment, collaboration, and effective communication: Fundamental to how we work.

This opportunity begins on 1st September 2027.

What We Offer

  • A career where you can belong, grow, and thrive.
  • Benefits that support health and wellbeing.
  • A wide range of learning opportunities.
  • Possibilities to make an impact through your work.
  • Profit Share scheme.
  • Flexible working approach.
  • Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance, and Income protection cover.
  • Access to flexible benefits for wellbeing.