FAQs
What is the job title for this position?
The job title for this position is Graduate Civil Engineer (Water).
Where is this job located?
This job is located in Leeds.
What are the working conditions for this role?
The role can be worked flexibly with a minimum of 3 days per week in the office, and there is an option for adjusted start and finish times.
What does the Graduate Civil Engineer role involve?
The role involves assisting with the development of outline and detailed designs and specifications for civil engineering works, providing day-to-day technical input, ensuring design output meets agreed scopes, and collaborating with colleagues from other disciplines to deliver project requirements.
Who will I work with as a Graduate Civil Engineer?
You will work closely with experienced civil, electrical, and mechanical engineers, as well as colleagues from other disciplines within the Water Business Unit in the UK and Ireland.
What opportunities for development does Sweco provide for Graduates?
Graduates will be enrolled in the Graduate Scheme, which includes opportunities to visit other UK offices, socialise with other Sweco Graduates, and develop soft skills necessary for success in their roles and the broader business.
What qualifications are required to apply for this position?
Applicants should be a motivated, enthusiastic Civil Engineering Graduate who has recently graduated or will graduate in 2024, and should have a desire to contribute to sustainable resource management.
What kind of training and support will I receive?
From the moment you join, you will receive the necessary training, be assigned a mentor to guide you through your professional training agreement, and receive support on your journey to gaining professional recognition with your chosen institution.
What benefits does Sweco offer for work-life balance?
Sweco offers flexible start and finish times, part-time and hybrid working options to ensure a great balance between work and other priorities such as family, leisure activities, and further learning.
How does Sweco promote equality, diversity, and inclusion?
Sweco strives for a friendly and inclusive culture that respects individual contributions, promotes equality and diversity, and encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of their background.
Does Sweco support candidates with disabilities in the application process?
Yes, Sweco is committed to providing “reasonable adjustments” for candidates with disabilities during the application process, and they will interview applicants who meet the minimum criteria and opt into the guaranteed interview scheme.