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Graduate Site Civil Engineer
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- SO40 9LT, United Kingdom
- Permanent
- Full Time
Job Description
Description
Join Trant Engineering and help shape the delivery of complex, high-impact projects.
Trant Engineering is a leading EPC contractor with a strong reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions across the UK and internationally. With over 1,000 employees and a £150m turnover, we’re growing—and now looking for an experienced Graduate Site Civil Engineer to play a key role in our project delivery teams.
The RoleAs a Graduate Site Civil Engineer you'll be supporting the delivery of civil engineering works working under the supervision of senior engineers and site managers, the role combines practical site exposure with opportunities to develop technical skills in civil engineering, construction practices, and project delivery. The role provides early-career experience in site supervision, quality assurance, health & safety compliance, and engineering problem-solving within multidisciplinary teams.
What You’ll Be Doing
1) Technical Responsibilities - Civil Engineering Support
Assist with the supervision and inspection of civil works, including earthworks, drainage, foundations, concrete structures, and associated civil infrastructure.
Review and interpret civil engineering drawings, specifications, and method statements.
Support site setting-out and verification of civil works.
Report non-conformances, site issues, and assist in problem resolution.
2) Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality & Compliance
Follow all site health, safety, and environmental procedures.
Support implementation of safe systems of work and permit-to-work processes.
Participate in toolbox talks, site inductions, and safety briefings.
Assist in ensuring civil works meet design, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Support testing, inspections, and approvals of civil installations.
Maintain accurate site records, including daily logs, check sheets, and inspection reports
3) Stakeholder Support
Work closely with site engineers, project managers, and subcontractors to support project deliver
Assist in coordinating civil works with other disciplines on site (mechanical, electrical, process)
Contribute to commissioning and handover activities.
Engage with mentoring from senior engineers and site management.
Complete relevant training, both on-site and through professional development programmes.
Develop knowledge of civil engineering standards, techniques, and project delivery processes.
4) Key Interfaces:
Internal Interfaces
Site Managers.
Senior Civil Engineers.
Mechanical, Electrical Teams.
Project Managers and Project Controls Teams.
Health, Safety & Environmental Teams.
5) Core Values
Uphold and promote the Company’s Core Values – Care, Trust, Respect and Sustainability.
What We’re Looking For
Essential
Degree (or expected degree) in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline
Basic understanding of civil engineering principles (structures, earthworks, drainage, foundations)
Willingness to obtain site safety certification (e.g., CSCS card)
Site-based experience through placements, internships, or practical coursework
Experience reading and interpreting civil engineering drawings and specifications
Exposure to health, safety, and environmental procedures on site
Desirable
Experience on water, wastewater, or energy infrastructure projects
Experience assisting in civil works supervision, inspection, or setting out
Why Join Trant?
At Trant, we offer the opportunity for career development and progression within a professional working environment, and we strongly encourage employees to gain professional qualifications and fully support individuals on their journeys towards chartership.
Work on complex, meaningful engineering projects
Be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team
Strong pipeline of secured work and career progression opportunities
Innovative environment with in-house design and manufacturing capability
Long-term secured framework work
Clear career development opportunities
Strong safety and wellbeing culture
Competitive salary and benefits package
Our company benefits package includes.
Competitive salary
Company car or car allowance (some levels)
Mentored support within our ‘Career Development Association’, to work towards chartership
24 days holiday (increasing with service) + 8 bank holidays
Options to buy additional holiday via salary sacrifice
Company Pension Scheme
Flexible working based on a ‘core hours’ system
1 x Professional Membership paid annually
Hybrid working
Employee Assistance Program
Free onsite parking
Bike to Work Scheme
Discretionary annual bonus
Ready to take the next step in your planning career? Apply now and be part of something bigger
Join Trant Engineering and help shape the delivery of complex, high-impact projects.
Trant Engineering is a leading EPC contractor with a strong reputation for delivering innovative engineering solutions across the UK and internationally. With over 1,000 employees and a £150m turnover, we’re growing—and now looking for an experienced Graduate Site Civil Engineer to play a key role in our project delivery teams.
The RoleAs a Graduate Site Civil Engineer you'll be supporting the delivery of civil engineering works working under the supervision of senior engineers and site managers, the role combines practical site exposure with opportunities to develop technical skills in civil engineering, construction practices, and project delivery. The role provides early-career experience in site supervision, quality assurance, health & safety compliance, and engineering problem-solving within multidisciplinary teams.
What You’ll Be Doing
1) Technical Responsibilities - Civil Engineering Support
Assist with the supervision and inspection of civil works, including earthworks, drainage, foundations, concrete structures, and associated civil infrastructure.
Review and interpret civil engineering drawings, specifications, and method statements.
Support site setting-out and verification of civil works.
Report non-conformances, site issues, and assist in problem resolution.
2) Safety, Health, Environmental & Quality & Compliance
Follow all site health, safety, and environmental procedures.
Support implementation of safe systems of work and permit-to-work processes.
Participate in toolbox talks, site inductions, and safety briefings.
Assist in ensuring civil works meet design, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Support testing, inspections, and approvals of civil installations.
Maintain accurate site records, including daily logs, check sheets, and inspection reports
3) Stakeholder Support
Work closely with site engineers, project managers, and subcontractors to support project deliver
Assist in coordinating civil works with other disciplines on site (mechanical, electrical, process)
Contribute to commissioning and handover activities.
Engage with mentoring from senior engineers and site management.
Complete relevant training, both on-site and through professional development programmes.
Develop knowledge of civil engineering standards, techniques, and project delivery processes.
4) Key Interfaces:
Internal Interfaces
Site Managers.
Senior Civil Engineers.
Mechanical, Electrical Teams.
Project Managers and Project Controls Teams.
Health, Safety & Environmental Teams.
5) Core Values
Uphold and promote the Company’s Core Values – Care, Trust, Respect and Sustainability.
What We’re Looking For
Essential
Degree (or expected degree) in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline
Basic understanding of civil engineering principles (structures, earthworks, drainage, foundations)
Willingness to obtain site safety certification (e.g., CSCS card)
Site-based experience through placements, internships, or practical coursework
Experience reading and interpreting civil engineering drawings and specifications
Exposure to health, safety, and environmental procedures on site
Desirable
Experience on water, wastewater, or energy infrastructure projects
Experience assisting in civil works supervision, inspection, or setting out
Why Join Trant?
At Trant, we offer the opportunity for career development and progression within a professional working environment, and we strongly encourage employees to gain professional qualifications and fully support individuals on their journeys towards chartership.
Work on complex, meaningful engineering projects
Be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team
Strong pipeline of secured work and career progression opportunities
Innovative environment with in-house design and manufacturing capability
Long-term secured framework work
Clear career development opportunities
Strong safety and wellbeing culture
Competitive salary and benefits package
Our company benefits package includes.
Competitive salary
Company car or car allowance (some levels)
Mentored support within our ‘Career Development Association’, to work towards chartership
24 days holiday (increasing with service) + 8 bank holidays
Options to buy additional holiday via salary sacrifice
Company Pension Scheme
Flexible working based on a ‘core hours’ system
1 x Professional Membership paid annually
Hybrid working
Employee Assistance Program
Free onsite parking
Bike to Work Scheme
Discretionary annual bonus
Ready to take the next step in your planning career? Apply now and be part of something bigger