Graduate Civil Engineer
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £35,000 to £45,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 February 2026 |
| Location: | B91 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | AA Euro Recruitment UK |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | engdumfries-64088 |
Summary
AA Euro Group are seeking a Graduate Civil Engineer to join a major, long-term utilities infrastructure project based in Dumfries. This is a site-based role, and candidates must live within a commutable distance of Dumfries.
The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience on a live utilities project, with a strong emphasis on setting out and site engineering duties, working closely with senior engineers and site management.
Key Responsibilities
• Setting out for civil works including drainage, ducting, foundations, and associated utilities infrastructure
• Assisting with day to day site engineering activities
• Reading and interpreting drawings, specifications, and method statements
• Carrying out site measurements, surveys, and as built records
• Ensuring works are carried out in accordance with design, quality, and health & safety standards
• Liaising with subcontractors, site supervisors, and project engineers
• Supporting QA documentation, permits, and site records
• Reporting progress and technical issues to senior engineering staff
Requirements
• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Strong understanding of setting out techniques (Total Station/GPS experience desirable)
• Willingness to work in a fully site-based role
• Must be based within a commutable distance of Dumfries
• Good knowledge of basic civil engineering principles
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Right to work in the UK
• CSCS card (or willingness to obtain)
Desirable
• Previous site placement or graduate experience on civil or utilities projects
• Familiarity with utilities works (water, power, telecoms, gas, or drainage)
• Ability to work independently while also contributing to a wider site team
What’s On Offer
• Long-term CIS contract on a stable utilities framework
• Excellent exposure to a large scale infrastructure project
• Strong mentoring and development from experienced engineers
• Opportunity to build a solid foundation in site engineering and setting out
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