Civil/ Structural Engineer - Graduate Programme September 2024

RPS continue to grow and we are now looking to reinforce our Civil Engineering and Structural Engineering consulting business with a number of Graduate Civil/Structural Engineer appointments in our Newark office. This is an exciting and unrivalled opportunity to develop and progress in an environment where your efforts and talent are recognised. We can offer the right individual the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects with Blue-Chip Developers through a friendly and vibrant team and a class-leading mentorship programme.

As a Graduate Civil/Structural Engineer with RPS you will be involved with a range of projects including commercial, residential and industrial where you will produce, and assist in managing the production of, designs and drawings in accordance with the project requirements. Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Principal / Associate / Senior in the technical delivery of projects.
• Attending and contributing to project/client meetings and undertaking site inspections as required.
• Conducting activities and producing outputs in line with relevant legislation and industry standards.
• Completing designs based on guidance from the Line Manager, applying sound technical knowledge relevant to the role.
• CAD/Revit drawing/modelling work.
• Additional duties as required.

To be considered as a Graduate Engineer, you will need to have achieved a relevant degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering. We will also expect you to be driven towards a career as an Engineer and show all the enthusiasm and commitment required to succeed. Friendly, open and a willingness to learn and develop are all things that will help you be successful in this role. We encourage and value different ideas, perspectives, and styles of thinking. We need a mix of experiences and skills to develop the most innovative ideas to positively shape the impacts of our client's projects. We are looking out for people who take opportunities, those who are keen to learn and develop, intelligent risk-takers who are not scared to try new things, and who adapt and move quickly.

At RPS we work as one team to achieve exceptional outcomes, and joining the Graduate Scheme is no different. From early on in your career you’ll have exposure to sustainable projects. Building the foundations of a consultancy career by growing skills, knowledge, and behaviours; and building experience and achievements into real expertise. We’re an accredited training provider – from entry-level to master’s degree level professional qualifications in leadership & management and executive coaching & mentoring, we support learning and development for everyone. A personal development plan and a transparent career pathway put you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported as far as you want to go. We respect one another and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. You’ll be joining a diverse community and a company that puts its people first and prioritises their well-being.

If this opportunity suits your career journey, we’d love to hear from you. If successful in the screening process you will then be invited to attend an interview. This interview will be the opportunity for you to showcase your relevant skills and suitability for the role, but also to ask any questions on how the teamwork and what to expect in the role day to day.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: Mindful that a truly inclusive organisation must make appropriate use of talent on a global basis and without unnecessary barriers, we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion principles in all People processes in order to be as diverse as the communities and clients we work with, thereby securing, developing, and retaining the best available talent for the company’s future.

Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work. ‘Stronger Together’ is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace: ‘We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’