Assistant Civil Engineer

The Opportunity
Have you graduated from a degree course in
Civil Engineer (or similar) in the last couple of years?
Would you like to deliver sustainable projects that have a lasting impact on our communities?

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.
This opportunity is ideal for a Civil Engineering Graduate looking to progress in the Land Development sector, with support towards professional membership / accreditation.
This position offers the opportunity to be involved in the design, coordination, and delivery of a diverse portfolio of land development projects, with a particular emphasis on sustainable drainage, highways design, and active travel.

Typical Projects May Include

• strategic residential schemes (1,000+ units),
• town and city centre regeneration,
• detailed design for small residential parcels, and
• commercial sector projects, such as waste recycling and logistics centres.

We're looking for someone with strong skills and drive to develop their career to support our growing team in Cambridge.

Essential Items / Skills

• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word and Excel).
• Written and verbal communication (ideally, some evidence of report witting skills to be provided in application).
• Teamwork and the ability to communicate with others from different backgrounds.
• Keen interest in Civil Engineering / land development.
• A drive to develop your career.

Valued Experience

• Literacy in AutoCAD and / or Civil 3D.
• Appreciation of Hydrology / Hydraulics.
• Work experience relevant to Land Development / Construction / Civil Engineering sector.
• Educational background in Civil Engineering (ideally, MEng graduate in Civil Engineering), although other educational routes would be considered subject to skills and experience.

As a key member of our Cambridge Infrastructure team, your role will involve the following:

• Supporting senior team members to prepare drainage strategies, calculations and Flood Risk Assessment reports for planning.
• Preparing plans and drawings at all stages of the development cycle (concept through to construction).
• Supporting the development of designs for Earthworks, Highway and Drainage.
• Liaising with Local Authorities and other stakeholders.
• Liaising with clients, third parties, and other disciplines.
• Occasional site attendance with other team members, as required.
• Being mentored by senior team members.
• Advice and support with professional development towards accreditation / membership of chosen membership body (CIHT / ICE / CIWEM).

About Stantec
The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.

Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn't exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [email protected] we will talk to you about how we can support you.