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Civil Engineering Graduate Water Coastal / Basingstoke (Autumn 2025 starts)

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AECOM

6d ago

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AI generated summary

  • You must have a 2:1 BEng in Civil/Structural/Coastal Engineering, strong computer skills, and ideally knowledge of port engineering, coastal processes, and coding/Modelling/GIS/MATLAB.
  • You will develop coastal management studies, perform hydrodynamic modelling, conduct feasibility studies, design maritime structures, and assess sustainability and economic impacts.

Requirements

  • BEng in Civil, Structural, or Coastal Engineering with a 2:1 (or equivalent) or above
  • MEng in Civil, Structural, or Coastal Engineering would be an advantage
  • A final year project related to Port, Marine or Coastal Engineering would be an advantage
  • Enthusiastic, hard-working, technically proficient, with ambition and drive
  • Basic computer skills essential (Word/Excel)
  • Familiarity with the coast protection manual would be an advantage
  • Appreciation of ship simulation and port planning would be an advantage
  • An understanding of the technical aspects of coastal process behaviour would be an advantage
  • Coding / Modelling / GIS / Matlab skills would be an advantage

Responsibilities

  • Here’s what you’ll do:
  • Developing coastal management studies, including SMP's, strategies, and StAR/OBC using current Defra and EA FCERM guidance.
  • Coastal hydrodynamic and flood modelling using the MIKE software suite
  • Overtopping assessments using the Eurotop manual
  • Inspection, feasibility studies and detailed design relating to coast protection and sea defence structures e.g. revetments, rock armour, breakwaters, and embankments.
  • Design of maritime structures e.g. quay walls, jetties, flood walls, pontoons, mooring dolphins, piers, berthing structures, steel sheet piling, lock and dock gates.
  • Economic appraisal and five case model business case development
  • Wider benefit assessment, carbon, sustainability assessment in the coastal environment
  • Coastal and marine input to EIAs

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Civil Engineering Graduate in Water Coastal based in Basingstoke, starting in Autumn 2025.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Candidates should have a BEng in Civil, Structural, or Coastal Engineering with a 2:1 (or equivalent) or above. An MEng in the same fields would be an advantage.

Is a final year project related to Port, Marine, or Coastal Engineering beneficial?

Yes, a final year project in these areas would be considered an advantage.

What types of projects will graduates work on?

Graduates will work on a variety of global projects related to coastal management, hydrodynamic and flood modeling, and the design of coastal and marine structures.

Are there opportunities for professional development?

Yes, AECOM supports graduates in pursuing professional development through organizations such as ICE or CIWEM and offers a Graduate Development program.

What software skills are preferred for this position?

Skills in coding, modeling, GIS, or MATLAB are considered advantageous.

Will I receive support for work-life balance?

Yes, AECOM offers a flexible hybrid working model to ensure a work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.

How does AECOM promote a culture of equity and inclusion?

AECOM fosters a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, providing a safe and respectful workplace and encouraging employees to bring their unique talents and backgrounds.

What additional benefits does AECOM offer?

AECOM provides a range of core and personalized benefits, career development opportunities, technical practice networks, and a robust well-being program.

Is prior experience in coastal processes necessary for this role?

While not required, having an understanding of the technical aspects of coastal process behavior would be an advantage.

AECOM

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Benefits

  • Bi-annual salary review while on the GDP

  • 25 days annual leave, plus all public holidays, and the opportunity to buy and sell holiday

  • Private medical insurance

  • Life assurance, income protection (permanent staff only)

  • Flexible benefits such as childcare vouchers and gym membership discount

  • Pension scheme that also gives you access to MyMoneyWorks, which is designed to help you plan for your future goals and provide guidance and information on a range of financial product

  • 15 days paid leave per annum for formally signed up reservists (AECOM is recognised as a Gold Employer by the Ministry of Defence for our work with the Armed Forces Covenant)