Description
Role Overview
The Graduate Civil Engineer role provides an exciting opportunity for recent graduates to develop their skills and gain hands-on experience within the civil engineering infrastructure sector. This permanent position offers exposure to a variety of projects, supported learning from mentors, coaches, and line managers, and the chance to contribute to a fast-growing and innovative organisation.
Key responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Project Support: Assist with site investigations and the implementation of civil engineering projects. Provide technical support to project delivery teams to ensure project goals are achieved. Contribute to the accurate and efficient preparation of daily site records and weekly/monthly productivity reports for the scheme manager.
Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure adherence to systems, design information, procedures, and quality control mechanisms. Assess and manage potential risks associated with specific projects. Maintain a strong understanding of customer requirements to ensure that delivered assets or services meet design specifications.
Communication and Collaboration: Liaise effectively with colleagues, subcontractors, architects, consultants, and clients. Participate in team meetings and maintain clear, professional communication across all project stakeholders.
Problem-Solving and Innovation: Think creatively and logically to resolve design and development challenges. Leverage appropriate digital tools and technology to support project objectives and delivery.
Skills, knowledge & expertise
Skills and Experience:
Essential
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (recent graduates or those with limited experience are encouraged to apply).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to apply technical expertise effectively.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, including the capacity to anticipate and overcome challenges.
- Competent in using Microsoft Office software.
- Ability to write clear, concise, and professional reports.
- Highly motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Valid UK driving licence.
Desirable
- Exposure to civil or structural engineering projects through internships or coursework.
- Familiarity with digital engineering tools and software.
What We Value
We value our commitment to each other, summed up in our five values, we all sign up to these… We care about safety. We lead with integrity. We strive to be better every day. We make a positive impact. We deliver to grow. We are one company united.
Our Aim & Vision at OCU
To be the UK's leading energy transition and utilities contractor.
We are committed to leading the way in utilities and energy transition contracting, our mission is to innovate and deliver sustainability. At OCU, our passion for addressing complex challenges brings new standards of growth in our people and capabilities. OCU is an equal opportunities employer.
Company Information
Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest-growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.
Working directly with many of the country's leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms, and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team. We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.
We believe that being successful is a choice. We choose to be successful. We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.
We celebrate difference and appreciate diverse backgrounds. We encourage everyone to join us to be themselves at work and create inclusive teams in our workplace.
About OCU Group
At OCU, we don’t just deliver infrastructure, we engineer the future. As a leader in end-to-end solutions for the utilities, digital, and energy sectors, we specialise in safely and efficiently tackling complex challenges for our clients. With unrivalled expertise, industry-leading technology, and a proven track record, we’re not simply part of the market, we’re driving it forward.
Our work underpins the critical services communities across the UK rely on every day. From accelerating the transition to renewable energy to building the digital networks of tomorrow, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and long-term impact.
When you join OCU, you’ll discover more than a career, you’ll find purpose. Here, your contribution makes a visible difference in the success of the projects you help deliver, in the growth of your colleagues, and the positive change we create together.
We partner with some of the UK’s most recognised names in power, energy transition, water, telecoms, and digital infrastructure. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for exceptional people to grow with us.
If you’re ready to inspire, innovate, and lead with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
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Sectors
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Description
Role Overview
The Graduate Civil Engineer role provides an exciting opportunity for recent graduates to develop their skills and gain hands-on experience within the civil engineering infrastructure sector. This permanent position offers exposure to a variety of projects, supported learning from mentors, coaches, and line managers, and the chance to contribute to a fast-growing and innovative organisation.
Key responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Project Support: Assist with site investigations and the implementation of civil engineering projects. Provide technical support to project delivery teams to ensure project goals are achieved. Contribute to the accurate and efficient preparation of daily site records and weekly/monthly productivity reports for the scheme manager.
Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure adherence to systems, design information, procedures, and quality control mechanisms. Assess and manage potential risks associated with specific projects. Maintain a strong understanding of customer requirements to ensure that delivered assets or services meet design specifications.
Communication and Collaboration: Liaise effectively with colleagues, subcontractors, architects, consultants, and clients. Participate in team meetings and maintain clear, professional communication across all project stakeholders.
Problem-Solving and Innovation: Think creatively and logically to resolve design and development challenges. Leverage appropriate digital tools and technology to support project objectives and delivery.
Skills, knowledge & expertise
Skills and Experience:
Essential
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (recent graduates or those with limited experience are encouraged to apply).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to apply technical expertise effectively.
- Strong problem-solving abilities, including the capacity to anticipate and overcome challenges.
- Competent in using Microsoft Office software.
- Ability to write clear, concise, and professional reports.
- Highly motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
- Valid UK driving licence.
Desirable
- Exposure to civil or structural engineering projects through internships or coursework.
- Familiarity with digital engineering tools and software.
What We Value
We value our commitment to each other, summed up in our five values, we all sign up to these… We care about safety. We lead with integrity. We strive to be better every day. We make a positive impact. We deliver to grow. We are one company united.
Our Aim & Vision at OCU
To be the UK's leading energy transition and utilities contractor.
We are committed to leading the way in utilities and energy transition contracting, our mission is to innovate and deliver sustainability. At OCU, our passion for addressing complex challenges brings new standards of growth in our people and capabilities. OCU is an equal opportunities employer.
Company Information
Established in 1994, OCU Group is one of the fastest-growing utility engineering contractors in the UK, with a long successful track record in delivering customer-focused civil engineering solutions.
Working directly with many of the country's leading blue-chip power, water, telecoms, and rail clients, we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team. We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.
We believe that being successful is a choice. We choose to be successful. We are OCU, ‘One Company United’.
We celebrate difference and appreciate diverse backgrounds. We encourage everyone to join us to be themselves at work and create inclusive teams in our workplace.
About OCU Group
At OCU, we don’t just deliver infrastructure, we engineer the future. As a leader in end-to-end solutions for the utilities, digital, and energy sectors, we specialise in safely and efficiently tackling complex challenges for our clients. With unrivalled expertise, industry-leading technology, and a proven track record, we’re not simply part of the market, we’re driving it forward.
Our work underpins the critical services communities across the UK rely on every day. From accelerating the transition to renewable energy to building the digital networks of tomorrow, we are committed to innovation, sustainability, and long-term impact.
When you join OCU, you’ll discover more than a career, you’ll find purpose. Here, your contribution makes a visible difference in the success of the projects you help deliver, in the growth of your colleagues, and the positive change we create together.
We partner with some of the UK’s most recognised names in power, energy transition, water, telecoms, and digital infrastructure. As we continue to expand, we’re looking for exceptional people to grow with us.
If you’re ready to inspire, innovate, and lead with purpose, we’d love to hear from you.
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