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BWB Consulting are recruiting Graduate Environmental Consultants to join our teams in Nottingham, Birmingham, Manchester or Leeds.
About Us
At BWB we know from experience that talented graduates are vital to our on-going success. We are recruiting significantly more Graduates across our growing business onto our 2023 Graduate Programme, so this is a great time to join us.
“Choosing your first job after Graduation is a big decision and one you really need to get right if you’re to get the best possible start in your career” Steve Wooler, CEO, BWB
We believe BWB is unique, our ethos guarantees you a truly rewarding experience as you embark on the next stage of your career whilst working in a fun and friendly work culture. We provide opportunities so you can collaborate at all levels helping you flourish and grow within your career. We’re passionate about supporting the next generation and harnessing the fresh perspectives they bring to our company.
We are an Investors in People Platinum standard company - A Sunday Times Top 100 Best companies to work for and a NCE Top 100 Consultancy.
BWB is a signatory to the Pledge to Net Zero initiative and is committed to achieve net zero carbon by 2050. We are committed to playing our part in tackling climate change and we recognise the significant impact the design and consultancy solutions we provide can have on carbon emissions and the environment, and as such will provide meaningful solutions and a continued commitment to pioneer change
The BWB Graduate Programme
Our Graduate Programme is the perfect place for you if you are an ambitious and passionate individual. Our programme will develop you to become a 'complete professional' and offer you a supportive induction programme, the opportunity to work alongside some of the most talented and respected engineers and consultants in the industry. You will receive independent mentoring, support through to Chartership and the opportunity to gain responsibility on a range of exciting projects.
Through our in-house PROpel scheme we will help you plan your career development and reach your full potential through a technical syllabus & skills development program.
About the Job
The role provides an opportunity to grow and develop in a fast-paced, professional environment. Support from experienced engineers, scientists and technicians would quickly see you understanding modelling methods, environmental data analytics and GIS systems. You will start work on smaller projects, with an emphasis on skills development to help you up the learning curve. You will quickly start working more independently on larger and more challenging projects.
The position is for a graduate with strong aspirations to pursue a career in environmental assessment. You will work alongside experienced environmental consultants to develop skills in flood risk, contaminated land, ecology, air quality, acoustics, heritage, EIA and Sustainability, together with gaining an appreciation of sustainable development whilst working on a range of different projects.
We work across the transport, residential, commercial, industrial, health and retail sectors and our clients range from local and national developers and contractors to public sector bodies. We aim to create a working environment that provides challenge, enjoyment and a real sense of satisfaction with a view to encouraging personal and professional development in all our staff.
The team has a proud reputation for delivering environmental enhancement to offset development impact and to deliver integrated environmental and sustainable solutions to the most complex of locations.
About You
- A relevant degree and masters degree in an environmental related discipline
- Good IT skills
- Desire to work on schemes at a strategic level
- Industry relevant software packages, although training provided
- Keen to share your ideas about how we can do things better
- Great communication skills developed through well-rounded life experience - academically, socially and in any previous work situations
- Enthusiastic and ambitious to learn and progress
- A problem solver with strong communication skills
- Personal organisation skills, and the ability to work well within a team
- Right to Work and live in the UK
What BWB Offer
- A competitive salary, 25 days holiday (with the option to purchase more), pension, life assurance and healthcare.
- Perkbox, Cycle to Work, paid volunteering days and much more
What happens next – how do I apply?
- Please submit your CV and cover letter explaining why you are suitable for the role and why you want to become part of the BWB family
- Application closing date is 9 th December 2022
- Screening questionnaire will be sent to applicants who are successful at the initial screening stage
- Recruitment Centre and Interviews will be held in January and February 2023
- Offers will be made to successful applicants by April 2023 for a Summer or Autumn Start 2023
BWB positively encourage applications from all candidates who meet the essential criteria for the role regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, gender confirmation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity.
