All Locations
Mansfield
Vacancy Type
Fixed Term UK
Pre Construction

About The Role

Role Summary:
A Year in Industry (Construction Engineering) student, will support engineers and project teams with the planning, design and delivery of construction projects. The role offers hands-on experience both in the office and on site, developing technical, safety and project coordination skills.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with engineering calculations, technical drawings, and design documentation.
  • Support the preparation of method statements, risk assessments, and key construction documentation.
  • Carry out material take‑offs, quantity measurements, and specification reviews.
  • Participate in site inspections, surveys, and setting‑out activities under supervision.
  • Conduct site walkovers, monitor progress on site, and record daily site data for reporting.
  • Participate in daily briefings for the workforce and on-site management.
  • Support safety checks, site audits, environmental monitoring, and safety documentation.
  • Contribute to toolbox talks and promote a strong health and safety culture.
  • Maintain project records, drawings, and documentation using CDE/project management systems.
  • Assist with progress updates, dashboards, meeting minutes, and communication with suppliers/subcontractors.
  • Support quality inspections, testing, snagging, and handover documentation.
  • Compare completed works against drawings and specifications to identify changes and contribute to as-built documentation.

About You

Essential Criteria

  • Currently studying a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Structural Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Strong report-writing skills.
  • Basic understanding of engineering principles, construction methods, and materials.
  • Ability to read or interpret technical drawings (training will be provided).
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office and 2D/3D CAD software.
  • Good attention to detail with effective task and time management.
  • Logical thinker with interest in problem‑solving and continuous improvement.
  • Willingness to take initiative and ask questions.
  • Clean UK driving licence.

Desirable Criteria

  • Interest in innovation, digital engineering and sustainable construction.
  • Ability to travel to project sites when required.
  • Capability to work independently and take ownership of small tasks or mini‑projects.
  • Proactive mindset with willingness to suggest improvements or technical solutions.
  • Some understanding of the construction industry.
  • Develop and maintain basic commercial awareness.
  • Undertake continued professional development (CPD).
  • Keep informed of emerging industry trends in technology.

About Us

About us

Coffey is a water infrastructure and civil engineering specialist operating in every major construction sector throughout Ireland and the UK. Passionate about quality and efficiency, this passion drives our belief in delivering projects with the best workforce. The hallmarks of our work are innovative solutions, engineering ingenuity, professional construction management and the highest level of safety and quality. We pride ourselves in nurturing an environment that empowers critical thinking, creative problem-solving, customer focus, efficiency and flexibility. 

Coffey values are at the heart of everything we do – Do the right thing, Do it better, Do it together.


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