Graduate Transport Roads

Join our Transport team and help shape the future of sustainable mobility. This is an exciting time for the transport sector as governments look to evolve their existing transport infrastructure to address changing travel patterns, emerging technologies and the challenges presented by climate change.

Arup is playing a lead role with a range of clients to develop innovative transport solutions for the future; from major highways projects to multi-modal transport solutions and active travel improvements.

Arup core skills in the Highways & Active Travel team range from geometric alignment design, surface water drainage design and building of intelligent 3D models; to stakeholder engagement and project management.

The Opportunity

Civil engineering is a central aspect of how we build, maintain and experience the modern world. Arup has been a leader in civil engineering for over 50 years, designing the vital water, energy and transport infrastructure that cities, countries and communities depend on.

We work with clients to plan, build, integrate and maintain a wide variety of civil infrastructure, from bridges to reservoirs, from metro tunnels to off-shore wind farms. Our technical teams address every aspect of civil engineering design, working in close collaboration with the full breadth of Arup's other design and engineering disciplines.

Civil Engineering within Transport
The Transport team thrives on the diversity of our work. Projects undertaken by the team include highway and public realm design, sustainable urban drainage, utilities co-ordination, water and wastewater treatment and energy related projects. We often play a key role in large scale multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects. The team is involved in projects throughout the project lifecycle, from initial concept stage through to detailed design and construction, for a wide range of both public and private sector Clients.

Is this role right for you?

We Are Looking For Candidates With The Following Criteria

• A degree in Civil Engineering, expecting a 2:1 or above, or equivalent
• Looking to develop your career in infrastructure design with a view to obtaining Professional Accreditation
• Have a willingness to learn new skills and a desire to deliver high quality work for a range of Clients
• A good communicator who thrives on working either on your own or in a team environment
• Have a passion for creating a sustainable future for all and Shaping a Better World
• Wish to explore how digital methods and automation can improve and enhance the work we deliver.
• Have an analytical thought process and/or a systems thinking approach
• Experience with autocad, Civil3D and drainage design software is advantageous

We're Looking For
Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.

Innovative minds: We're looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.

Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.

Adaptable adventurers: You're ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

You should be able to start this opportunity in September 2026.

Advert closing date: 6th January 2026
Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. Early application is recommended.

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Duplicate Applications
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Eligibility
Please note that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. Therefore, you must ensure that you are eligible to work permanently in the UK without our sponsorship.