Graduate Civil Engineer (Design) - 2027 - Watford

What do you want from your work? From your life??

If you’re looking for more than just a job, if you want to make a real difference with every decision you make, you’re in the right place. ?

Skanska is one of the largest construction and development companies in the world. Together, we shape how we live, work and connect - we build from the ground up and maintain your local communities, infrastructure and transportation.???

Graduate Civil Engineer (Design) - 2027 Development Programme - Watford

We’re excited to open applications for our 2027 Graduate Programme, starting in September. This is your opportunity to build a meaningful career where your work contributes to healthier, greener, and more inclusive places for people to thrive. ?

Over two years, you’ll gain hands-on experience, structured learning, and the support of mentors who care about your growth. You’ll develop the technical and interpersonal skills to help you succeed and make a lasting impact. ?

We are looking for a Graduate Civil Engineer to join our Infrastructure STL team in Leavesden, Watford. Skanska Technology Limited (STL) is an expanding in-house engineering design consultancy supporting projects across the water, heavy industrial, power, and design and build sectors. You'll join a flexible team and work across multiple sectors to support exciting projects.

What you'll do:?

• Preparation of outline & detailed design in accordance with the relevant design standards
• Preparation of clear and well-structured design calculations, reports, drawings and other deliverables
• Knowledge of BIM led design, and experience to use common structural design software tools
• Support delivery of successful projects to agreed time and cost expectations
• A developing understanding of the commercial aspects of project delivery
  
  

What you'll bring to the role:?

• Final-year student or recent graduate with an ICE-accredited degree in Civil Engineering (or relevant discipline).
• You will have an appreciation and knowledge of the engineering principles that lie behind civil and structural engineering design
• You will have a basic knowledge of software relevant to design in the civil and structural engineering field
• Having an appreciation and basic competence in the use of the Eurocode suite of design standards would be advantageous
• Strong interest in innovation, sustainability, and positive societal impact, demonstrated through collaborative teamwork and proactive problem-solving.
• Enthusiastic learner dedicated to personal and professional development, with a willingness to work towards professional qualifications or chartered status.
• This role requires visits to sites across the UK. As such, we would expect you to have a driving licence or work towards obtaining one within your first year of working with us.
  
  

What we offer:??

• You will join a community of 100+ graduates and apprentices, with opportunities to build networks and collaborate across the