Graduate Civil Engineer - Projects (Graduate Programme) at London Gatwick in Gatwick, England, United Kingdom | GBP33,500-33,500 | Kablio

Role

Description

multi-million projects

design management

construction management

project management

project delivery

Working on £multi-million projects and be involved from inception through to design, construction, handover and completion.
Developing your design management, construction management and project management skills

Requirements

2:1 master's

chartered engineer

data analysis

problem solving

teamwork

aviation insight

Insights into Aviation and its impact and associated industries, including sustainability and commerciality.
Team working- you'll enjoy working in a team environment, sharing ideas, and collaborating with colleagues as well as other graduates
Minimum 2:1 Master's degree (graduated 2024, 2025, or projected for 2026) in Civil Engineering, or includes these subject modules covered as a core discipline.
A programme aligned and accredited with engineering institutions such as ICE to satisfy the requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
Keen interest in the Construction sector and being involved in active construction projects
Logical thinker with an aptitude for problem-solving
Driving licence
Highly numerate, with an understanding of Data analysis
Ability to prioritise and work at pace

Benefits

On review of your full application and completed assessment, should you be successful you will be invited to a virtual 1st stage screening call with our Graduate recruitment partner Sanctuary Graduates
A foundation for a career in engineering and support route to Chartership
The opportunity for internal progression into Field or Project Engineering roles
A development programme that builds on your commercial awareness, wider skills and development.
pension, and lifestyle insurance.
Online assessment - an online chat tool to demonstrate your strengths and relevant values and behaviours
Opportunity to build your portfolio of skills and experience by exposure across different projects
annual bonus,
share scheme,

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

submit online application with cv (deadline 15 dec 2025).
complete online assessment via chat tool to demonstrate strengths and values.
attend virtual first‑stage screening call with sanctuary graduates.
if successful, be invited to an assessment centre (group/individual activities and interview) – likely feb 2026.

Visa Sponsorship

no visa sponsorship is provided.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

40 million passengers

Annual passenger count

Handles over 40 million passengers each year.

150+ routes

Short-haul routes

Operates over 150 short-haul flight routes.

50.01%

Ownership stake

Owned by Vinci Airports with a controlling 50.01% share.

£2 billion investment

Terminal transformation

Investing £2 billion in the North Terminal expansion project.

Opened to the public in 1958, it evolved from a flying club into the UK’s second‑largest airport.
Operates 24/7 across two terminals.
Owned by Vinci Airports and a Global Infrastructure Partners‑led consortium.
Plans to utilize its standby northern runway for expansion.
Typical projects include terminal renovations, remote jet‑bridge control trials, and airfield efficiency enhancements.
Notable for being one of the world’s busiest single‑runway airports, with a historic Art Deco ‘Beehive’ serving as a converted office landmark.

Culture + Values

Our vision is to be the airport for everyone, whatever your journey.
Delivering a personalised experience that is easy and efficient
Being the UK’s most accessible airport, prioritising the needs of every passenger
Building a diverse and inclusive workplace, one where everyone is welcome
Rewarding every colleague with a highly competitive package including annual bonus, share scheme, pension and lifestyle insurance
Providing first-class training and professional development opportunities
Empowering colleagues through employee‑led ambassador networks and Business Resource Groups
Offering two paid volunteer days per year to support community initiatives
Providing practical benefits: salary sacrifice EV scheme, travel discounts, cycle‑to‑work and parking

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2030

Emissions Target

Committed to achieving net zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030.

£250M Investment

Decarbonisation Funding

Over £250 million invested in decarbonisation initiatives.

10,000+ LEDs

Energy Efficient Lighting

Over 10,000 lights replaced with energy-efficient LED lights.

30 Charger FC

Electric Vehicle Charging

Opened a 30-charger electric forecourt, the first international airport to do so.

Achieved Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 4+ 'Transition'
Replaced diesel with hydro-treated vegetable oil (HVO) in 300 fleet vehicles, cutting 90% of vehicle carbon emissions (~950 t CO₂/year)
Fuel system proven ready for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blends during COP26
Opened 30-charger Electric Forecourt®—first international airport to do so
Working toward hydrogen infrastructure with Airbus, easyJet and Air Products
Adopt industry-leading biodiversity net-gain and zero pesticide use by 2030

Inclusion & Diversity

Top 25

UK’s Best Companies

Ranked among the UK’s top 25 big companies to work for in 2024 for workplace quality and inclusivity.

28% Women

Board Representation

28% of board and executive roles are held by women, reflecting gender diversity in leadership.

50% Women

Workforce Representation

Women make up 50% of the overall workforce, demonstrating gender balance in the organization.

Top 35

Industry Ranking

Ranked among the top 35 companies in the leisure and hospitality sector for workplace inclusivity.

Strategic goal: increase workforce diversity through recruitment, training and retention practices
Ensure colleagues and passengers have equal access and opportunities
Employee‑led Business Resource Groups actively advise on workplace inclusion
Launched leadership development and apprenticeship programmes aimed at closing gender gap
Support colleagues via mentorship programmes, including targeting young women entering STEM/apprenticeships
Provide enhanced family‑friendly policies and life/income protection benefits

Articles

Careers at Gatwick

Gatwick Expansion

Sustainability at Gatwick

Role

Description

multi-million projects

design management

construction management

project management

project delivery

Working on £multi-million projects and be involved from inception through to design, construction, handover and completion.
Developing your design management, construction management and project management skills

Requirements

2:1 master's

chartered engineer

data analysis

problem solving

teamwork

aviation insight

Insights into Aviation and its impact and associated industries, including sustainability and commerciality.
Team working- you'll enjoy working in a team environment, sharing ideas, and collaborating with colleagues as well as other graduates
Minimum 2:1 Master's degree (graduated 2024, 2025, or projected for 2026) in Civil Engineering, or includes these subject modules covered as a core discipline.
A programme aligned and accredited with engineering institutions such as ICE to satisfy the requirements for Chartered Engineer (CEng) status
Keen interest in the Construction sector and being involved in active construction projects
Logical thinker with an aptitude for problem-solving
Driving licence
Highly numerate, with an understanding of Data analysis
Ability to prioritise and work at pace

Benefits

On review of your full application and completed assessment, should you be successful you will be invited to a virtual 1st stage screening call with our Graduate recruitment partner Sanctuary Graduates
A foundation for a career in engineering and support route to Chartership
The opportunity for internal progression into Field or Project Engineering roles
A development programme that builds on your commercial awareness, wider skills and development.
pension, and lifestyle insurance.
Online assessment - an online chat tool to demonstrate your strengths and relevant values and behaviours
Opportunity to build your portfolio of skills and experience by exposure across different projects
annual bonus,
share scheme,

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

submit online application with cv (deadline 15 dec 2025).
complete online assessment via chat tool to demonstrate strengths and values.
attend virtual first‑stage screening call with sanctuary graduates.
if successful, be invited to an assessment centre (group/individual activities and interview) – likely feb 2026.

Visa Sponsorship

no visa sponsorship is provided.

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

40 million passengers

Annual passenger count

Handles over 40 million passengers each year.

150+ routes

Short-haul routes

Operates over 150 short-haul flight routes.

50.01%

Ownership stake

Owned by Vinci Airports with a controlling 50.01% share.

£2 billion investment

Terminal transformation

Investing £2 billion in the North Terminal expansion project.

Opened to the public in 1958, it evolved from a flying club into the UK’s second‑largest airport.
Operates 24/7 across two terminals.
Owned by Vinci Airports and a Global Infrastructure Partners‑led consortium.
Plans to utilize its standby northern runway for expansion.
Typical projects include terminal renovations, remote jet‑bridge control trials, and airfield efficiency enhancements.
Notable for being one of the world’s busiest single‑runway airports, with a historic Art Deco ‘Beehive’ serving as a converted office landmark.

Culture + Values

Our vision is to be the airport for everyone, whatever your journey.
Delivering a personalised experience that is easy and efficient
Being the UK’s most accessible airport, prioritising the needs of every passenger
Building a diverse and inclusive workplace, one where everyone is welcome
Rewarding every colleague with a highly competitive package including annual bonus, share scheme, pension and lifestyle insurance
Providing first-class training and professional development opportunities
Empowering colleagues through employee‑led ambassador networks and Business Resource Groups
Offering two paid volunteer days per year to support community initiatives
Providing practical benefits: salary sacrifice EV scheme, travel discounts, cycle‑to‑work and parking

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2030

Emissions Target

Committed to achieving net zero for Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030.

£250M Investment

Decarbonisation Funding

Over £250 million invested in decarbonisation initiatives.

10,000+ LEDs

Energy Efficient Lighting

Over 10,000 lights replaced with energy-efficient LED lights.

30 Charger FC

Electric Vehicle Charging

Opened a 30-charger electric forecourt, the first international airport to do so.

Achieved Airport Carbon Accreditation Level 4+ 'Transition'
Replaced diesel with hydro-treated vegetable oil (HVO) in 300 fleet vehicles, cutting 90% of vehicle carbon emissions (~950 t CO₂/year)
Fuel system proven ready for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blends during COP26
Opened 30-charger Electric Forecourt®—first international airport to do so
Working toward hydrogen infrastructure with Airbus, easyJet and Air Products
Adopt industry-leading biodiversity net-gain and zero pesticide use by 2030

Inclusion & Diversity

Top 25

UK’s Best Companies

Ranked among the UK’s top 25 big companies to work for in 2024 for workplace quality and inclusivity.

28% Women

Board Representation

28% of board and executive roles are held by women, reflecting gender diversity in leadership.

50% Women

Workforce Representation

Women make up 50% of the overall workforce, demonstrating gender balance in the organization.

Top 35

Industry Ranking

Ranked among the top 35 companies in the leisure and hospitality sector for workplace inclusivity.

Strategic goal: increase workforce diversity through recruitment, training and retention practices
Ensure colleagues and passengers have equal access and opportunities
Employee‑led Business Resource Groups actively advise on workplace inclusion
Launched leadership development and apprenticeship programmes aimed at closing gender gap
Support colleagues via mentorship programmes, including targeting young women entering STEM/apprenticeships
Provide enhanced family‑friendly policies and life/income protection benefits

Articles

Careers at Gatwick

Gatwick Expansion

Sustainability at Gatwick