The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities.
Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients’ vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today’s challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities.
Join our 2027 Graduate Programme as a Graduate Structural Engineer in our Cardiff office, where you will be part of a market-leading Buildings discipline.
As a Graduate Engineer, you’ll be part of a close-knit team of civil and structural engineers, working alongside colleagues with a diverse range of skills and experience who will support your development and career growth.
We work closely with our MEP, geotechnical and architectural colleagues on building projects, giving you the opportunity to collaborate with a wide range of disciplines and develop a holistic understanding of project delivery.
Our team works across a wide range of building sectors, with specialist expertise in education, defence, residential, healthcare, and heritage projects. We operate in accordance with current industry standards and legislation, including the latest Building Regulations and the Building Safety Act.
As a Graduate Structural Engineer, you'll support our Structural Engineering team in the design and delivery of building projects. Your responsibilities will include undertaking structural analysis and design calculations, preparing specifications and sketches/drawings, carrying out structural inspections, and attending project meetings. You will work closely with experienced engineers to develop practical, safe, and sustainable design solutions across a range of sectors.
You'll be working on the following:
We are committed to supporting employees in achieving relevant professional qualifications and accreditation. The applicable professional qualification for this role is IEng or CEng status with either the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) or the Institution of Structural Engineers.
This role will help create high-quality, sustainable and resilient buildings that deliver positive outcomes for communities and the environment. Working across a range of projects, you will support the design and delivery of safe, efficient and future-ready buildings, helping clients reduce environmental impact, enhance building performance and create spaces that improve the wellbeing of those who use them. Your work will contribute to sustainable development goals, support the efficient use of resources, and help deliver innovative solutions that meet the needs of both clients and local communities.
At Stantec, we value your potential over past experience. Along with a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in BEng Civil or Structural Engineering, a knowledge of Microsoft 365/Office AutoCAD and familiarity with structural engineering analysis and design software would be beneficial, and a keen interest in working in the Buildings sector, you'll be:
Please note, we ask our graduates to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that you receive sufficient time with your team and receive the appropriate level of support.
Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.
We offer multiple start dates throughout next summer in June, July, August and September.
Please note: we recruit on an ongoing basis and therefore may close this role before the stated closing date so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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