Graduate scheme
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Overview
We are looking for a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer to join our 2026 Graduate Programme based in Reading. Our market-leading Environmental Services (ES) group supports clients across environmental, geotechnical, and water disciplines.
Application Information
Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible; the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.
Your Role
As a Graduate Geotechnical Engineer, you will be at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions, working alongside industry experts to address complex environmental challenges. You will:
- Analyse and interpret geotechnical data to create comprehensive ground models.
- Design and implement foundation solutions, retaining walls, and slope stability measures.
- Utilise numerical analysis software to optimise designs.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on large-scale projects.
About You
We value your potential over past experience. You will have or be working toward a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Geology, and you will be:
- An adapter: able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
- A perseverer: composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
- A collaborator: effective at working with a wide range of people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
- A problem-solver: eager to share your thoughts based on what you observe, unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.
Working Pattern
Graduates are asked to attend the office four days per week to ensure sufficient time with your team and the appropriate level of support.
What We Can Offer You
- A competitive salary.
- Private medical insurance.
- A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection, and life assurance.
- A permanent employment contract, demonstrating our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec.
- A professional progression plan, supporting you to gain professional chartership.
- A supportive and collaborative team environment, an Early Careers peer group, and a wider Employee Resource Group (ERG) network.
About Stantec
The Stantec community unites more than 32,000 employees working in over 450 locations across six 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 address today’s challenges while keeping 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.
Equal Opportunity
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants and prohibits 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 complies with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.
Inclusion and Accessibility
Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is crucial to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience does not exactly align, we encourage you to apply.
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.
More Details
Locations
Reading
