At a Glance
- Tasks: Support engineering teams on an award-winning flood defence project in Southsea.
- Company: Join a leading civil engineering contractor with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Earn £34,000-£35,000 plus training and career development support.
- Other info: Dynamic site-based role with excellent growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience and make a real difference in infrastructure.
- Qualifications: Degree in Civil Engineering and some exposure to construction environments.
Astute's Nuclear Team is partnering with a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit a Graduate Engineer for its Southsea, Portsmouth flood defence project. This permanent role is on-site and offers £34,000-£35,000 per annum plus structured training/mentoring and career development/chartership support (where applicable).
If you're a Graduate Engineer with experience or exposure to civil engineering / construction site environments and want hands-on delivery experience on an award-winning flood defence project, submit your CV to apply today.
Responsibilities of the Graduate Engineer
Reporting to the Project / Site Engineering Team you will:
- Support site and project teams with day-to-day engineering activities across planning, delivery, and close-out
- Assist with setting out, surveys, and quality checks (where applicable) to ensure works meet specification and programme
- Help produce and maintain documentation including RAMS, permits, inspection and test plans, and quality records
- Review drawings/specifications, raise technical queries, and support design/subcontractor coordination
- Support procurement activities and track materials/plant/subcontract deliveries to site
Required qualifications and experience
To be considered, you must have:
- Graduate / entry-level experience (or placement year exposure) in an engineering role within civil engineering / construction / infrastructure
- A degree in Civil Engineering (or closely related discipline)
- Ability to read and work from engineering drawings and technical documentation
- Competent Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
- Strong communication skills and an organised, proactive approach
Desirable experience
It would be an advantage, but is not essential, to have:
- Site placement/internship experience on infrastructure / highways / utilities / rail / coastal / flood defence projects
- Exposure to CAD or project controls tools
- Full UK driving licence
Salary and benefits
Salary: £34,000-£35,000 per annum (DOE)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: 40 hours per week (site-based)
Location: Southsea / Portsmouth (On-site)
Benefits: Training & mentoring, development/chartership support
Graduate Engineer employer: Astute People
Join a leading consultancy in Cambridge that values innovation and excellence, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise in project leadership will thrive. With competitive benefits including a strong bonus scheme, private healthcare, and a hybrid work model, you'll find ample opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment. This is not just a job; it's a chance to make a meaningful impact in the construction industry while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
