Graduate Training Scheme

A practical route into the built environment

At Sutcliffe, graduates are given the support, responsibility and technical experience needed to develop into confident professionals.

You will work alongside experienced engineers, surveyors and consultants on live projects across sectors including housing, education, healthcare, commercial, public sector and regeneration. From early feasibility and design through to delivery, you will gain a practical understanding of how high-quality buildings and infrastructure are planned, designed and brought to life.

Our graduate training scheme is designed for people who are ready to learn, ask questions, take ownership and grow within a supportive team.

Supported training, clear progression

Our graduate training scheme combines hands-on project experience with structured support, helping you develop your technical knowledge, professional confidence and long-term career path.

Whether your background is in civil engineering, structural engineering, building surveying or another built environment discipline, you will be encouraged to build your skills while contributing to meaningful work from day one.

You will benefit from:

• Experience across live consultancy projects
• Mentoring and guidance from experienced professionals
• Support towards professional qualifications and chartership routes
• Opportunities to develop technical, design and communication skills
• Exposure to clients, contractors and wider project teams
• A friendly, supportive environment where your development is taken seriously

You will also be part of a close-knit team that values collaboration, learning and doing work that benefits local communities.