Job Description:
Graduate Mechanical Engineer 2024
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, with approximately 96,000 employees across 15 countries and over 60 years of experience. It operates through four divisions: Airports, Highways, Construction, and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial is committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions to create value for society, clients, investors, and employees.
We design and construct some of the UK and Ireland’s most high-profile transport infrastructure projects. We have the capacity to deliver complex major projects in-house, leveraging international expertise and full asset lifecycle capabilities. Our goal is to provide cost-effective, value-added solutions and to design and build sustainable assets for people and places.
Our 2021 turnover was £456m in the UK and £5.9bn globally. Our UK order book stands at £1.0bn, with a global order book of £13.0bn. We work with private and public sector clients on projects valued from £50,000 to over £3bn.
We foster potential through continuous professional development and strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and innovative work environment.
Our core values are Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity, and Respect. We are proud of our work and our commitment to these values.
While working on large, complex projects, you will be encouraged to maximize your potential with support and guidance. Effective communication and teamwork are essential for successful project delivery.
Ferrovial promotes employee mobility through its Global Mobility Portal, an internal job board offering worldwide opportunities. Graduates are encouraged to gain overseas experience, unless they have a civil engineering background.
The Role:
Ferrovial Construction seeks Graduate M&E Engineers to assist with, and sometimes be responsible for, daily activities on major UK infrastructure projects. The 3-year graduate development program aims to develop personal, professional, and technical skills through a blended approach. You will work under the supervision of Section/Project Managers and collaborate with the site team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Contribute to health and safety compliance according to company policy and uphold quality standards.
Key Accountabilities:
* Review M&E designs by third parties for compliance with UK and client standards.
* Gather client requirements and ensure they are incorporated into the design.
* Provide buildability advice and solutions to client problems, defining scope for delivery.
* Support tendering processes with third-party designers and suppliers.
* Assist in coordinating team activities to ensure projects are completed within budget, on time, and according to the construction process.
* Ensure project compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards.
* Support project managers in resource management, performance, development, and motivation.
* Promote Ferrovial’s values and take ownership of assigned tasks.
* Follow safe working practices on site and ensure team compliance.
Skills and Competence:
We seek graduates with:
* Excellent communication skills and ability to interact at various levels.
* Strong written and oral English skills.
* Degree or Master’s in Engineering (all disciplines considered).
* Motivation to learn and contribute to the team and program.
* Analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Effective teamwork abilities.
* Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Proactive learning approach.
* Commercial awareness of the industry.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office packages.
Interpersonal Skills:
* Highly motivated and resilient.
* Logical thinker eager to learn.
* Flexible and results-driven with strong communication skills.
* Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Desirable:
* Knowledge of health and safety legislation.
* Engineering experience.
* CSCS Card.
Essential:
* Legal right to work in the UK from the start of employment and throughout the program.
What We Offer:
* 3-year development program aligned with UK engineering standards.
* Exposure to various engineering disciplines.
* Opportunities to work with contractors and subcontractors.
* Blended training to develop technical, professional, and behavioral skills.
* Support towards becoming chartered.
* Project management opportunities.
* Global perspective and mobility options.
* Participation in charity and innovation projects.
Other Details:
This role is targeted for a September 2024 start. Applications will be reviewed starting January 2024. Ferrovial Construction UK is an Equal Opportunities employer. This job description is not exhaustive, and employees may be asked to perform other duties as reasonable.
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