Description
You'll play a key role in supporting the design, development and delivery of civil engineering solutions across OCU's infrastructure, utility and energy projects. Based in either Ruislip, Oxford or Swindon, you'll work as part of a multidisciplinary engineering team, helping to deliver projects that provide essential services and critical infrastructure for communities across the UK.
You'll gain exposure to a broad range of civil engineering activities, supporting projects from feasibility and design through to construction, commissioning and handover. Working alongside experienced engineers, project managers, site teams and clients, you'll help develop engineering solutions, review technical designs, undertake site assessments and support the successful delivery of projects in accordance with technical, environmental and regulatory requirements.
As part of the role, you'll assist with design development, site surveys, engineering calculations, technical documentation and project planning activities. You'll gain valuable experience across a variety of infrastructure projects, including utilities, energy networks, water, civil structures and associated construction works. You'll develop an understanding of engineering principles, project delivery processes and the practical challenges involved in delivering large-scale infrastructure projects safely and efficiently.
The role will involve collaboration across both office and site environments, providing valuable hands‑on experience and exposure to live construction and engineering operations. As your technical knowledge and confidence grow, you'll take on increasing responsibility, develop your problem‑solving and stakeholder management skills, and become an important contributor to the successful delivery of projects that support communities and enhance critical infrastructure networks.
Perfect for
Graduates who are passionate about engineering, infrastructure and construction and want to develop a career delivering projects that make a tangible difference to communities. You'll be curious, analytical and eager to learn, with strong problem‑solving skills and an interest in how engineering solutions are developed and implemented in the real world.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys applying technical knowledge to practical challenges, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and seeing projects progress from concept through to completion. You'll be keen to develop your technical expertise, project delivery knowledge and communication skills while working alongside experienced engineers and industry professionals.
You'll enjoy balancing design, planning and site‑based activities, helping to deliver safe, sustainable and efficient infrastructure that supports the UK's utility, energy and transportation networks.
Entry Requirements
You'll need (or be on track to achieve) a degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Infrastructure Engineering, Construction Engineering or a related discipline with a minimum 2:2 classification.
Due to the nature of the role and occasional travel between offices and project sites, a full UK driving licence would be beneficial.
Relevant experience through placements, internships, university projects or extracurricular activities involving civil engineering design, construction, infrastructure or project delivery would be advantageous.
Training Programme
Our 2 year Graduate Programme combines structured training with hands‑on experience, giving you real responsibility from day one. You'll learn directly alongside industry experts in a collaborative, supportive environment. We invest in your continuous professional development, giving you the tools, confidence and clear progression path to build a long term career within OCU.
To ensure that everyone has a fair opportunity to join our team, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments to our recruitment and interview process is, by emailing recruitment@ocugroup.com.
At OCU Group, we don’t just deliver infrastructure - we help power modern life.
As one of the UK’s fastest-growing utility and infrastructure businesses, we deliver complex, nationally critical projects across power, energy transition, water, telecoms, and digital infrastructure. Over the last five years, OCU has grown five-fold to a £1.1bn organisation, expanding both organically and through strategic acquisitions across the UK, Australia, New Zealand and India.
Our growth is driven by ambitious people, operational excellence, and a commitment to doing things properly. We work on projects that genuinely matter by supporting the UK’s energy transition, strengthening essential infrastructure, and helping build more sustainable communities for the future.
We are building a business where high performance, collaboration, innovation, and accountability sit at the centre of our culture. Our people are trusted to lead, encouraged to challenge thinking, and supported to continuously develop their skills and careers.
At OCU, you won’t just join a growing business, you’ll help shape it.
Our Culture & Values
At OCU, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We care about safety, lead with integrity, strive to be better every day, make a positive impact, and deliver to grow, together, as One Company United.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At OCU Group, we believe diversity, inclusion, and belonging are fundamental to building stronger teams, better ideas, and a more successful business. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported.
As part of our commitment to fairness and equality, candidates may be asked to complete an equal opportunities monitoring form during the recruitment process. This information is used for monitoring purposes only and plays no part in hiring decisions.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and are committed to offering interviews to candidates with disabilities or long-term health conditions who meet the essential criteria for the role.
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Graduate Civil Engineer - Ruislip, Oxford And Swindon - 2027 employer: OCU Group
At OCU, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Greenwich where Quantity Surveyors can thrive. Our commitment to employee development is reflected in our 'Careers with Purpose' initiative, ensuring that every team member feels valued and supported while working on significant infrastructure projects. With competitive remuneration, opportunities for career progression, and a collaborative culture, OCU is the ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
