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Civil Engineer

Job reference

201477_1773313311

Company Name

Penguin Recruitment

Salary

£25000 - £30000 per annum + BENEFITS

Location

Peterborough

Industry sector

Engineering

Job type

Permanent | Full Time

Job start date

20/03/2026

Posted date

12/03/2026

Closing date

02/04/2026

Graduate Civil Engineer (1+ Year Experience)

Location: Peterborough, UK

Type: Full-Time | Permanent

About the Civil Engineer Role;

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Civil Engineer with at least one year of professional experience to join a growing consultancy team in Peterborough. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse portfolio of infrastructure and development projects while developing your technical skills and progressing toward professional chartership.

Key Responsibilities of this Civil Engineer role;

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Assist in the design and delivery of civil engineering projects, including highways, drainage, and infrastructure works.

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Support senior engineers with technical analysis, calculations, and preparation of drawings and reports.

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Contribute to project planning, documentation, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams.

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Liaise with clients, contractors, and local authorities where required.

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Ensure designs comply with relevant standards, regulations, and best practices.

Requirements for this Civil Engineer role:

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Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.

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Around 1 year of relevant industry experience (consultancy or design environment preferred).

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Familiarity with design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or MicroDrainage (or similar).

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Strong communication and teamwork skills.

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A proactive attitude with a desire to learn and develop professionally.

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Working toward ICE chartership or willingness to pursue professional accreditation.

What We Offer

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Competitive salary and benefits package.

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Support toward professional development and chartership.

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Exposure to a wide range of civil engineering projects.

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A supportive and collaborative working environment.

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Clear career progression opportunities within a growing consultancy.

How to Apply

If you are an ambitious graduate civil engineer looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.