Graduate Design Engineer

Graduate Design Engineer

About Ferrovial Construction UK&I

Ferrovial Construction is the UK based engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group. It is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in the world in terms of capital invested. We have a presence across 15 countries with over 60 years’ experience. It is a Spanish multinational company operating through 4 divisions; Airports, Highways, Construction and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial are committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions, with the aim to create value for society, and for clients, investors and employees.

We design and construct some of the UK and Ireland’s most high-profile transport infrastructure projects. We have the strength and depth to deliver complex major projects in-house, drawing on international expertise and full asset lifecycle capability. We provide our clients with cost-effective, value-added solutions and design and build sustainable assets for people and places.

We maximise potential through continuous professional development and create an equal, inclusive and diverse place to work to drive innovation.

At Ferrovial, we have five core values: Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity and Respect. We are proud of our work and values which we live by to achieve our goals.

Whilst working on large complex projects, you will be encouraged to achieve your maximum, all the while having support and guidance. An ability to work well in a team is key to the delivery of our projects, so that effective communication skills are critical.

Ferrovial prioritises the mobility of its employees as a means of fostering talent. The company has set up a Global Mobility Portal, which operates as an internal job board where employees can find all openings worldwide. The company is keen for graduates to move overseas and gain experiences of different cultures and business ways and methodologies. Please note this opportunity is an option after the Graduate Programme unless you have a civils background.

The role

Ferrovial Construction is looking for a Graduate Design Engineer to assist with the delivery of Calvert HS2 Maintenance Depot. The Ferrovial 2-year graduate development programme is designed to develop personal, professional and technical skills through a blended approach. You will work under the supervision of Design Managers and in collaboration with the site team.

This role will be based in Euston, London, for the first one to two years. After this period, regular attendance at Calvert will be required once the site office is established.

Key Responsibilities

You will contribute to the achievement of Health and Safety in accordance with company policy and ensure quality on our projects is upheld.

Key Accountabilities

• Support the delivery of the Calvert Infrastructure Maintenance Depot (IMD), gaining experience on one of the major infrastructure facilities within the HS2 programme.
• Work alongside experienced engineers, architects and other professionals, supporting the development and coordination of multidisciplinary design solutions.
• Assist with the management and coordination of RFIs (Requests for Information) between designers, contractors and the client using project document control systems.
• Support the collation, review and distribution of project deliverables, ensuring project documentation is maintained accurately and issued in a timely manner.
• Participate in design workshops, coordination meetings and project reviews, gaining exposure to the design development process and stakeholder engagement.
• Assist in the coordination of project activities to help ensure works are delivered safely on time and in line with project objectives.
• Support compliance with design, health and safety, environmental and quality requirements, while promoting Ferrovial Construction UK’s Vision and Values and maintaining safe working practices.

Skills and Competence

We are looking for graduates with:

• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact at a variety of levels
• Degree or master’s in engineering (All disciplines considered)
• Motivated to learn and add value to the team, the role and the Graduate programme
• Analytical thinker who enjoys problem solving
• A proven team player who can effectively work with others
• Proactive approach to working and learning
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of the industry
• Familiar with all Microsoft packages

Interpersonal Skills:

• Highly motivated
• Logical thinker with a willingness to learn
• Resilient and a flexible approach to working
• Results driven with strong communication skills
• Work independently with minimal supervision

Desirable

• Knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation
• Design engineering experience
• CSCS Card

Essential:

• Must have right to work in the UK by the start of employment and throughout the entirety of the graduate program.

What we offer:

On the Ferrovial Construction Graduate programme you will get:

• 2-year development programme
• Exposure to a diverse range of engineering disciplines
• Work with Contractors and Sub-contractors to develop effective partnerships
• Attend a variety of blended training to develop your technical, professional and behavioural skills
• You will start the process of becoming chartered with internal and external support
• Gain an understanding of Ferrovial Construction from a global perspective, with mobility opportunities
• Given the opportunity to participate in charity volunteering and innovation projects
• And much more!

Other details

Please note that this does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.

Ferrovial Construction UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and as such treats applications equally and recruits purely based on skills and experience.

We are committed to building an inclusive team from a variety of different backgrounds, perspectives and skills so we encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “Protected Class”), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.

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