Graduate Engineer

Graduate Engineer – Major Infrastructure Project

Location: Birmingham / West Midlands

Job Type: Permanent

Red Sky Personnel are working alongside a well-established civil engineering contractor self-delivering works on one of the UK’s largest infrastructure schemes. Due to continued project growth, they are looking to appoint a Graduate Engineer to support the delivery of works on a major infrastructure package in the Midlands. This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading contractor working on a nationally significant project involving complex civil engineering and infrastructure works.

The Role

The Graduate Engineer will support site engineering and project delivery activities, gaining hands-on experience across all aspects of civil engineering operations on a major infrastructure project.

Key responsibilities will include:

Supporting setting out activities for earthworks, drainage, highways, RC structures, and infrastructure works

Assisting Site Engineers with technical delivery and site coordination

Interpreting drawings, specifications, and engineering information

Supporting QA checks, ITPs, and site documentation

Assisting with as-built records and daily site reporting

Working closely with engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors

Learning and developing understanding of construction methods and sequencing

Supporting health & safety compliance on site

Requirements

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Strong interest in civil engineering and infrastructure delivery

Basic understanding of setting out and surveying (placement experience desirable)

Good communication skills and willingness to learn

CSCS card (or willingness to obtain)

Familiarity with Leica, Trimble or total stations (desirable but not essential)

Strong team player with a proactive attitude

What’s on Offer

Permanent position on a flagship UK infrastructure project

Structured training and development programme

Exposure to major civils works including earthworks, drainage, highways, and structures

Clear progression pathway into Site Engineer roles

Long-term project stability and career development

Interested? Apply now or get in contact with Cleo directly to find out more about this opportunity