Civil Engineer Summer Placement - Grays, Essex - 2026

About The Role

We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK’s largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.

Are you keen to start your career with one of the UK’s biggest construction companies? If you're searching for a placement program that not only fosters your personal development but also offers a chance to collaborate with fellow placements, Balfour Beatty is the perfect employer for you.

If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, ‘I helped build that’ then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together.

BElong at Balfour Beatty and join our Early Career development programme.

What you'll be doing

As a Civil Engineer Summer Placement, you’ll support engineering activities on a large, technically complex infrastructure scheme, gaining hands‑on experience from day one. You’ll work with experienced engineers on real design, construction and delivery challenges – seeing how major civil works are planned, built and managed.

Who we're looking for

Our Summer Placements are targeted at Civil Engineering degree university students offering an programme during the summer break. This placement provides a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build professional skills early in your academic journey.

Why work for us

Kickstart your career at Balfour Beatty, where you’ll join our Early Careers development programme and receive tailored support from day one. You’ll join a community of likeminded individuals whilst developing essential career and life skills.

Alongside a great salary and benefits package, you'll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job—it's a pathway to a promising future.