Overview
Join to apply for the Graduate Civil Engineer - Highways (Bristol) role at Jacobs.
The start date for this position is September 2026. Bristol, England, United Kingdom.
About The Opportunity
Jacobs is a market leader in the transportation sector, working with major clients and projects worldwide and locally. The successful candidate will be provided with opportunities to support on delivering some of Jacobs’ most exciting and challenging global pursuits. You will receive on-the-job training using the latest software tools and exposure to various stages of schemes from initial concept through to construction. You will assist and support colleagues in the preparation of feasibility studies, scheme reports, and highway designs as part of your development toward becoming a professionally qualified engineer. As a new graduate within our Highways & Civils team you will have the opportunity to contribute to the growth of Jacobs.
We have an opportunity to join the team in Bristol.
Graduate Development Programme
Join Jacobs Graduate Development Programme (GDP): a structured two-year scheme designed to support your development at the start of your Jacobs career journey. Through blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking, you will establish yourself across four focus areas: human skills, consulting skills, championing our strategy, and your passions. The GDP lets you customise your learning journey to reflect your interests, career goals, and technical skillset, creating a graduate experience unique to you. The GDP is an on-the-job experience where you and your manager/mentor identify learning experiences most meaningful to you. It’s a launchpad for your career to work on meaningful projects and collaborate with industry leaders to deliver outcomes for complex challenges.
What You’ll Need
* Be working towards a Masters level qualification in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering with Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering with AI or Civil Engineering with Data.
* A flexible self-starter who is keen to drive your career forward.
* Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things.
* You must have permanent right to work in the UK.
Responsibilities
Assist and support colleagues in the preparation of feasibility studies, scheme reports, and highway designs as part of your development to becoming a professionally qualified engineer. Provide support across schemes from initial concept through to construction, under supervision and guidance from your manager and mentors.
Selection Process
* Step 1: Apply Online
* Step 2: Solo Video Assessment
* Step 3: Interview
Apply before 19 October 2025 for consideration in the first assessment window. You may still apply after this date if the role remains open, but we may not proceed if the role is filled in the first window.
What Else We Provide
* A flexible workstyle with hybrid working patterns and support for work/life balance.
* Free single medical cover and digital GP service.
* Reimbursement toward relevant professional development and memberships.
* A focus on safety, health, and wellbeing, with a culture of caring and a positive mental health champion network.
* Opportunities to give back to communities through our Collectively program with matched funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations.
Additional Information
We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. Jacobs supports hybrid working and welcomes flexible arrangements. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Careers Support. We are a disability confident employer and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds.
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