Graduate Civil Engineer

Graduate Civil Engineer


📍 Location: Bedford
💰 Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 (Depending on Experience)


Are you a recent Graduate Engineer with a strong interest in drainage and highways design? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to join a leading, employee-owned engineering consultancy in Bedford.

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About the Company


This well-respected, multidisciplinary engineering consultancy is looking for an enthusiastic Graduate Civil Infrastructure Engineer to join their growing civils team of 14. The team consists of engineers, transport planners, and technicians who work on a variety of projects across the UK. As an employee-owned business, they offer a supportive work environment where you can develop your skills and progress your career.

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The Role


As a Graduate Civil Infrastructure Engineer, you’ll be a key member of the civil engineering team, working on a diverse range of residential and non-residential projects. Your responsibilities will include:


✅ Design & Drafting (50% drainage, 50% highways)
✅ Using CAD (Microstation preferred, but not essential) to produce road and highway designs
✅ Preparing technical design submissions (S38/S278/S104) for approval
✅ Conducting Flood Risk Assessments and developing Surface Water & Foul Water Drainage Strategies for planning applications
✅ Liaising with clients, consultants, and local authorities
✅ Using Microdrainage/Flow software to model drainage networks
✅ Reviewing and contributing to site masterplans to ensure compliance with drainage and flood risk regulations

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Why Join?


This company offers more than just a competitive salary—here, you’ll benefit from:


🌍 Hybrid working (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)
🎓 Sponsorship opportunities for career growth
💰 Profit-share bonus scheme (employee-owned business model)
🏗️ Working with renowned clients such as Taylor Wimpey
📅 60+ years of expertise in the built environment sector
🎉 Social events (away days, Christmas parties, sports events)
🏥 Additional benefits (life assurance, healthcare, travel insurance, and more)

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Who They’re Looking For


We’re seeking candidates who have:


✔️Experience or interest in civil highways/roads and drainage design (residential sector preferred)
✔️ Knowledge of UK Drainage & Flood Risk Regulations
✔️ Knowledge of Flood Risk Assessments & Drainage Strategy documents
✔️ Knowledge of either Microdrainage/Flow, Microstation/AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office

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