Graduate Civil Engineer

We have an exciting opportunity for a recent Civil Engineering Graduate to join the UK’s largest and most diverse geotechnical and ground engineering contractor.

The role will be challenging, demanding, varied and a fantastic opportunity to begin your engineering career alongside the support offered from our vastly experienced team.

What you'll be doing

• Support the management of site operations, to ensure safety, quality, cost effectiveness, timely production and customer satisfaction
• Assist in planning and sequencing of operations, including writing method statements and risk assessments, and procuring sub-contractor, labour, plant and material resources
• Implement operational quality control measures and QA processes
• Develop work plans, method statements and risk assessments
• Monitor the progress of project works
• Take a proactive approach in the responsibility for Health and Safety ensuring all required documentation is in place
• Ensure full communication across all management levels within the project
• Attend regular meetings with the client to discuss and appraise performance
• Ensure that all operatives are provided with the necessary resources, materials and information for the carrying out of their duties and for ensuring that safe working practices are followed
• Complete quality inspections to ensure work is completed to a safe standard
• Conduct self in a way that reflect and promotes the Van Elle company values
• Understand and act in accordance with Van Elle’s policies and procedures.
• Any other tasks that you may reasonably be required to undertake .

Who we're looking for

• Degree in Civil Engineering or similar
• Be able to demonstrate practical experience from construction or similar transferrable skills
• Experience with AutoCAD preferable
• IT competent in Microsoft packages
• Valid CSCS Card
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work effectively to deadlines and under pressure
• Good attention to detail and accuracy of work
• Effective planning and organisation skills
• A structured approach to problem solving
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and technical skills
• Knowledge of the relevant legal and safety regulations

Other Requirements:

• Eligible to work and live in the UK.
• Flexibility to travel in the UK.
• A full driving licence, that is valid in the UK

What you’ll get in return:

• Competitive salary depending on experience.
• Hours of work are 7.30am – 5.00pm, Monday to Friday
• 25 days holiday plus bank/public holidays.
• Permanent position
• Benefits include access to Company pension, bonus scheme and Healthcare Cash Plan with family option.
• Onsite Training Centre offers ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Access to our 24-hour confidential employee support line.

About Us

Over the past 39 years, Van Elle has grown to have an unrivalled range of techniques and reputation for delivering high-quality foundation and ground engineering solutions.

The distinction is in the breadth of our expertise in all aspects of geotechnical engineering.  From underpinning housing and off-site modular precast solutions on highways to pile raft foundations in London.

Van Elle has a track record of developing innovative equipment, services and geotechnical solutions to improve the accuracy, quality and sustainability of projects across a wide number of sectors, from housing and infrastructure to general construction, benefitting customers, stakeholders and communities.

With expert support from  ground investigation,  (the UK’s leading helical piling and steel modular foundations provider), piling specialist , along with  with its dedicated training and assessment centre, Van Elle offers unrivalled capabilities and support to the construction industry.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this type of role. The list is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this type of role.