Graduate Geotechnical Engineer

About Ferrovial Construction UK&I

Ferrovial Construction is the UK based engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group. It is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in the world in terms of capital invested. We have a presence across 15 countries with over 60 years’ experience. It is a Spanish multinational company operating through 4 divisions; Airports, Highways, Construction and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial are committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions, with the aim to create value for society, and for clients, investors and employees.

We design and construct some of the UK and Ireland’s most high-profile transport infrastructure projects. We have the strength and depth to deliver complex major projects in-house, drawing on international expertise and full asset lifecycle capability. We provide our clients with cost-effective, value-added solutions and design and build sustainable assets for people and places.

We maximise potential through continuous professional development and create an equal, inclusive and diverse place to work to drive innovation. At Ferrovial, we have five core values: Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity and Respect. We are proud of our work and values which we live by to achieve our goals.

Whilst working on large complex projects, you will be encouraged to achieve your maximum, all the while having support and guidance. An ability to work well in a team is key to the delivery of our projects, so that effective communication skills are critical.

Ferrovial prioritises the mobility of its employees as a means of fostering talent. The company has set up a Global Mobility Portal, which operates as an internal job board where employees can find all openings worldwide. The company is keen for graduates to move overseas and gain experiences of different cultures and business ways and methodologies. Please note this opportunity is an option after the Graduate Programme unless you have a civils background.

The role

Ferrovial Construction is seeking a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join the HS2 Track infrastructure project during its initial design phase, which will run alongside the completion of main works contracts currently at their peak. This role sits within our design delivery team and focuses on the performance of earthworks and foundations delivered by the main works contractors. As a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer, you will help assess ground-track interaction and support the coordination of geotechnical factors that influence railway track performance.

The Ferrovial 2-year graduate development programme is designed to develop personal, professional and technical skills through a blended approach. You will work under the supervision of our Design Integration Lead and in collaboration with the site team.

Location: Euston, London. Flexibility to travel to Birmingham when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the assessment of earthworks performance, including settlement, consolidation, and seasonal heave.
• Review geotechnical reports, ground investigation data, and design outputs.
• Contribute to the development of track–ground interaction models and technical studies.
• Support interpretation of instrumentation and monitoring data (settlement markers, inclinometers, etc.).
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to integrate geotechnical considerations into track and civil designs.
• Identify and assess risks associated with differential settlement at transitions (e.g. embankment–structure interfaces).
• Support development of mitigation measures (e.g. ground improvement, transition solutions).
• Review drawings, specifications, and design deliverables for geotechnical inputs.
• Liaise with construction teams to ensure geotechnical risks are understood and managed during delivery.
• Attend site and design coordination meetings in London and/or Birmingham.
• Support the resolution of geotechnical issues during construction.
• Assist in reviewing and validating monitoring reports and construction records.
• Support identification of geotechnical risks, opportunities, and change events.
• Contribute to technical inputs for processes such as NCRs, change events, and departures.
• Assist with technical assurance during design, construction, and handover.
• Promote efficient and buildable solutions through value engineering.
• Promote safe-by-design principles and geotechnical risk management.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills and Competence

We are looking for graduates with:

• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact at a variety of levels.
• Degree or master’s in engineering or related discipline (for example Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering).
• Motivated to learn and add value to the team, the role and the Graduate programme.
• Analytical thinker who enjoys problem solving.
• A proven team player who can effectively work with others.
• Proactive approach to working and learning.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of the industry.
• Familiar with all Microsoft packages.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Highly motivated.
• Logical thinker with a willingness to learn.
• Resilient and a flexible approach to working.
• Results driven with strong communication skills.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation.
• Experience in geotechnical engineering.
• Understanding of earthworks behaviour (settlement, consolidation, shrink–swell/heave). Track–ground interaction, including differential settlement. Effects of dynamic loading on soils.
• CSCS Card.

Essential:

Must have right to work in the UK by the start of employment and throughout the entirety of the graduate program.

What we offer:

• 2-year development programme.
• Exposure to a diverse range of engineering disciplines.
• Work with Contractors and Sub-contractors to develop effective partnerships.
• Attend a variety of blended training to develop your technical, professional and behavioural skills.
• You will start the process of becoming chartered with internal and external support.
• Gain an understanding of Ferrovial Construction from a global perspective, with mobility opportunities.
• Given the opportunity to participate in charity volunteering and innovation projects.
• And much more!

Other details

This position is intended for graduates who are available to begin their employment in 2026. Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. Ferrovial Construction UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and as such treats applications equally and recruits purely based on skills and experience. We are committed to building an inclusive team from a variety of different backgrounds, perspectives and skills so we encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.