Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering Graduate Scheme
Deliver HS2, Hinkley Point C and the largest UK infrastructure projects.
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At a glance
- Employer
- Balfour Beatty
- Programme type
- Graduate Scheme
- Locations
- UK-wide
Skills to show in your Balfour Beatty application
Skills construction employers commonly look for at graduate level. Back each one up with a specific example on your CV.
- Site awareness
- Project management
- Stakeholder communication
- H&S knowledge
What the recruitment process usually looks like
UK construction employers typically use an online application, aptitude tests, a video interview and an assessment centre, often with a site-based or group exercise.
Each stage is a chance to drop out of the process, so keep a note of where you are and what's next. Prepare for the assessment centre.
Common questions
When does the Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering Graduate Scheme open and close?
Dates change every recruitment cycle and many employers close early once they have enough applicants, so always confirm the current window on Balfour Beatty's official careers site (linked on this page). Most UK graduate schemes open between August and October and the most competitive ones close by the end of the year. Add it to your free GradBlueprint tracker and you'll get a reminder before the deadline you set.
How do I apply to the Balfour Beatty Civil Engineering Graduate Scheme?
Apply directly on Balfour Beatty's official careers site (linked on this page). GradBlueprint doesn't take applications on employers' behalf — we help you keep track of where you've applied, what stage you're at and what's due next.
What does the Balfour Beatty recruitment process usually involve?
UK construction employers typically use an online application, aptitude tests, a video interview and an assessment centre, often with a site-based or group exercise. Check the employer's own pages for the exact stages for this programme.
How can I improve my chances?
Apply early, tailor your CV to the role, and practise the tests and interviews used in construction recruitment. You can run your CV through the free GradBlueprint CV checker before you submit.