Graduate Pavement and Materials Engineer - Manchester (2027 start)

AECOM is seeking graduates to join its Pavement Engineering and Construction Materials team, the largest of its kind globally. This team focuses on pavement design, evaluation, materials testing, specification, construction supervision, quality control, research, asset management, life cycle modelling, sustainability, and value management.

Key Responsibilities

• Be paired with an experienced engineer for guidance and mentorship.
• Assist in developing designs and specifications through various project stages.
• Attend site visits, meetings, and workshops with clients and other design professionals.
• Take on increasing responsibility for project management from inception to completion.
• Work on projects related to pavement design, materials specification, construction supervision, sustainability, carbon reduction, asset management, and materials research and development.
• Gain experience on a variety of local and international projects.

Qualifications

• BEng in Civil Engineering, achieving a 2:1 (or equivalent).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and discuss technical issues.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Ability to structure and prioritise work effectively within a team.
• Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Enthusiasm, a strong work ethic, ambition, and drive.
• Preferably experienced in pavement design, materials specification, asset management, and research.

Additional Information

• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early application is encouraged.
• Include a covering letter, all academic grades (predicted and/or obtained), and your availability dates and preferred locations.
• A high-level summary of your interest in the role is also beneficial.
• You must have the right to work in the UK.
• Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office is required.