Summer PlacementCivil Engineering
Civil Engineering, Project Management, Recycling,Stakeholder Engagement
PlacementDuration:8 weeks
With over 50 years of industry experience,Dowhigh Ltdis undergoing a sustained period of growth.Working with clients from the Public and Private sector, wedeliverCivil Engineeringprojects from £1m – £10mandmanage reactive maintenance contractsacross theNorthwestof England.
Basedout ofour Head Office in Bootle, Liverpool,our team of over 90 employees and 200 subcontractorsdeliverexpert services to our existing clients whilstwelcoming new clients.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do, driving a culture that welcomes and embraces innovationand inclusivity. Join Dowhigh and become part of a growing,dynamicand highly experienced team thatwill support you to make a real impact.
The Role
You will carry out daily site visits and audits, reporting into the senior site engineers. Workingwithin all areas of the business, our summer placement gives you the opportunity tounderstand the breadth of the businessand the opportunities the sector holds for you.
Travel within theNorthwestis a requirement of the placementwhere you willexperience and benefit froma wide range of projects and works.
Responsibilities
* Undertaking surveys and setting out on site
* Preparation of quality control and compliancerequirements for Civil Engineering
* Co-ordinate with all parties,e.gengineers,subcontractorsand other parties to ensure work is completed toagreed specifications
* Monitorand reportprogressto ensure KPI’s are met
* Liaise with Quantity Surveyors to manage costs and quantities of required materials.
* Liaise with Stakeholders ranging from senior management tolocal residents.
* Ensure Health & Safety and sustainability policies and legislation is adhered to.
Qualifications
* Working towards a Civil or ConstructionManagement Degree
* Demonstrate a keen interest and understanding ofengineering.
* Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
* Able to work both as part of a team and independently
* Hold a full manual driving licence
Terms & Conditions
* Placement term: 8 – 10 weeks
* Hours of work: Monday – Friday, 8.00am – 5.00 pm
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
* A fair and competitive salary, taking into consideration market rates and your experience level.
To Apply
Send your CV andaccompanyingletter detailing why you feel you are a suitable candidate tocareers@dowhigh.co.ukor apply through our website atwww.dowhigh.co.uk/careers.
Closing date29thMay 2026
Successful applicants will be invited to attend an interview at ourHead Office midJune 2026.
Dowhigh positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity/paternity.
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