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Graduate Civil Engineer - Plymouth (Sep 2024 Start)

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Hydrock

Jul 6

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry & Junior Level
  • Engineering
  • Plymouth

Requirements

  • What you will need to succeed?
  • A relevant degree, BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) or equivalent/higher.
  • Humility, self-motivation and enthusiasm.
  • Excellent communication, presentation and written skills.
  • To buy into Hydrock’s values and ethos
  • We are also keen to know if you can offer any of these attributes:
  • Sustainable urban drainage, biodiversity net gain, flood risk and nutrient neutrality knowledge, or an interest in these fields
  • Digital engineering skills, including coding experience related to design automation or other digitisation improvements.
  • Additional languages that you are fluent or able to apply professionally, as well as English
  • Relevant under or post graduate industry experience
  • Experience of relevant software tools e.g. AutoCAD, WinDES, PDS, Civil 3D, Infodrainage
  • Full UK Driving Licence
  • Student or Graduate Membership with the ICE and/or IStructE

Responsibilities

  • Project work at concept and scheme design, modelling, detailed design and specification and drawing
  • Preparation of reports, providing advice and guidance to clients and project teams
  • Undertaking STEM engagement activities
  • Liaising with internal and external team members, developing relationships and people skills
  • Managing your own workload to meet project deadlines
  • Engaging with the wider C&S division, the Technical leadership Team and Carbon Task Force to exchange best practice and processes and support on-going initiatives
  • Arranging and attending meetings, taking minutes and distributing actions
  • Attending and contributing to project team meetings
  • Attending site to undertake inspections and walkovers
  • Developing commercial awareness by assisting with preparation of proposals/tenders for new work

Application Process

  • Once you have completed your application through our careers site, we aim to review and respond to you as soon as your application’s been reviewed.
  • If shortlisted, a member of our Talent Acquisition Team will call you for an initial pre-screen by phone (typically 30 minutes) to help us assess your motivations and interest in the position and Hydrock now Stantec.
  • If you progress following this telephone pre-screen, you will be invited to attend a formal interview by video conference (Microsoft Teams) or in our offices.

FAQs

What is the location of the Graduate Civil Engineer position?

The position is located in Plymouth.

When is the anticipated start date for this role?

The anticipated start date is September 2024.

Is sponsorship available for this position?

No, sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship.

What educational qualifications are required to apply for this role?

A relevant degree, such as a BEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) or equivalent/higher, is required.

What type of projects will I be working on as a Graduate Civil Engineer?

You will work on a variety of complex projects involving concept and scheme design, modeling, detailed design, specifications, and drawings.

Will there be opportunities for professional development?

Yes, you will be supported in developing both technical and softer skills through the early careers learning and development program called ‘The Learning Curve’.

Are there specific technical skills or tools that the position requires or prefers?

Preference is given to candidates with experience in software tools such as AutoCAD, WinDES, PDS, Civil 3D, and Infodrainage.

What personal attributes are essential for success in this role?

Essential attributes include humility, self-motivation, enthusiasm, and excellent communication and presentation skills.

Does the company offer any benefits?

Yes, the company offers competitive starting salary, health benefits, 25 days of holiday (with options to buy/sell), professional development opportunities, and a flexible benefits package.

How does Hydrock now Stantec support diversity and inclusion?

The company champions diversity, equity, and inclusion as an Equal Opportunities Employer and ensures a safe environment for all employees, considering individual needs during the application process.

What is the recruitment process for this position?

The recruitment process includes an initial pre-screen phone call with the Talent Acquisition Team, followed by a formal interview via video conference or in the office if shortlisted.

Is there a requirement for professional membership in engineering organizations?

Yes, candidates with Student or Graduate Membership with the ICE (Institution of Civil Engineers) and/or IStructE (Institution of Structural Engineers) are preferred.

Are there any preferred knowledge areas for candidates?

Preferred areas of knowledge include sustainable urban drainage, biodiversity net gain, flood risk, and digital engineering skills related to design automation.

What is the company’s approach to sustainability?

The company aims to be a ‘Force for Good’ by delivering sustainable projects that improve the quality of life for people and communities while addressing environmental concerns.

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Hydrock

Hydrock is a national multi-disciplinary engineering, energy and sustainability consultancy.

Engineering & Construction
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1995
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Hydrock is a British owned integrated engineering design, energy and sustainability consultancy.We're passionate about three things: creating high-performing buildings and infrastructure; unlocking complex sites; and being a great place to work. We bring buildings to life so people can enjoy them, and we make developments viable to transform our environment and infrastructure.We are known for both our dynamic and entrepreneurial approach to business and our technical excellence. We are also industry leading in the commitment we make to the wellbeing and motivation of our most valuable asset – our people.The capability, enthusiasm and integrity of our people is at the heart of the business. We take pride in working with our clients to achieve outstanding results and we create a real sense of shared purpose within our business. This is what makes Hydrock a great place to work, reflected by being listed in the 100 Best Large Companies to Work For survey for the last eight consecutive years. From a UK-wide office network, operating across all sectors, we deliver a blend of engineering design skills from structural and building services engineering, to civils and infrastructure design, to site investigations and geotechnical design, through to transport and highways design. Within our business, we have many specialist skills including fire engineering, acoustic design, flood risk assessments, and micro-simulation modelling, and we have a specialist nuclear consultancy business shaping safety and environmental standards in the nuclear sector. Hydrock is a growing business offering our people challenging and interesting work and a family-oriented, healthy work/life balance. We’re always keen to hear from exceptional people who can help us drive our business forward.