Graduate Civil Engineer - September 2026

Graduate Civil Engineer (2026 intake)

£26,000 - £28,000

Exeter

 

An award-winning civil engineering consultancy based in Exeter is looking to recruit a Graduate Civil Engineer to join its growing development infrastructure team.

 

The consultancy has a strong reputation across the Southwest. The team is involved in some of the region’s most prestigious development projects, delivering specialist development planning and infrastructure services to the property industry.

 

About the Role

 

This is a varied, hands-on role offering exposure across all technical disciplines within the business. You’ll work on multiple projects simultaneously and be mentored by experienced Chartered Civil Engineers, gaining invaluable experience from the very start of your career.

 

You’ll be involved in:

 

Detailed highway and drainage design

3D site modelling and plot engineering

Utilities and infrastructure strategies

Flood Risk Assessments and drainage strategies

Foul and surface water drainage design

Infrastructure design for planning, technical approval and construction

 

About You

 

Degree in Civil Engineering (or currently in final year), achieving or expecting a 2:1 or above

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Enthusiastic, motivated and keen to learn

Able to work collaboratively as part of a team

Any experience with AutoCAD is beneficial, but not essential

 

Why Join?

 

Salary £26,500 - £28,000

25 Days annual leave plus bank holidays

ICE-approved training scheme with structured career progression

Hybrid working

Quarterly profit-related bonus scheme for all staff

Inclusive, supportive culture with a strong focus on wellbeing

Opportunity to work on high-profile developments across the South West

 

This is a fantastic opportunity for a graduate looking to start their career in civil engineering consultancy with a business that genuinely invests in its people.