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Graduate Structural Engineer - Buildings - 2027 (Edinburgh or Glasgow)

Stantec
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Edinburgh
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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Join the 2027 Graduate Programme as a Structural Engineer in Edinburgh or Glasgow.
  • Work on concept and detailed design, client advice, site inspections, and project management.
  • Gain valuable experience in sustainable building design and contribute to community development.
  • Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and a keen interest in the Buildings sector.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

About the Role

As a Graduate Structural Engineer, you'll be working on:

  • Project work at concept and scheme design, modelling, detailed design and specification and drawing
  • Preparation of reports, providing advice and guidance to clients and project teams
  • Undertaking STEM engagement activities
  • Liaising with internal and external team members, developing relationships and people skills
  • Managing your own workload to meet project deadlines
  • Engaging with the wider C&S division, the Technical leadership Team and Carbon Task Force to exchange best practice and processes and support on-going initiatives
  • Arranging and attending meetings, taking minutes and distributing actions
  • Attending and contributing to project team meetings
  • Attending site to undertake inspections and walkovers
  • Developing commercial awareness by assisting with preparation of proposals/tenders for new work

We are committed to supporting employees in achieving relevant professional qualifications and accreditation.

Your Impact

This role will help create high-quality, sustainable and resilient buildings that deliver positive outcomes for communities and the environment. Working across a range of projects, you will support the design and delivery of safe, efficient and future-ready buildings, helping clients reduce environmental impact, enhance building performance and create spaces that improve the wellbeing of those who use them. Your work will contribute to sustainable development goals, support the efficient use of resources, and help deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of both clients and local communities.

About You

At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, and a keen interest in working in the Buildings sector, you'll be:

  • An Adapter - You’re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
  • A Perseverer - You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
  • An Eager Learner - You learn from your experiences and the world around you, using this knowledge to anticipate how situations may unfold.
  • A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
  • A Problem-Solver - You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that you receive sufficient time with your team and receive the appropriate level of support.

Why Join Us?

What we can offer you:

  • A competitive salary
  • Private medical insurance
  • A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
  • Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec
  • Professional progression plan, supporting you to gain professional chartership
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network

Please take a look at our Graduate FAQs if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application!