Graduate Engineer - Civil

About BMD

BMD is Australia’s leading integrated engineering, construction and urban development business, with foundations built on the family values that underpin our unique, collaborative approach.

Driven by a purpose of powering futures and creating enduring legacies through a commitment to collaboration, BMD is delivering infrastructure solutions that connect and transform communities. With a proud history beginning in 1979, BMD now employs 2,400 people throughout Australia, the Philippines and United Kingdom.

About the role

As a Graduate Engineer, you’ll gain hands-on exposure across multiple project functions, building a strong understanding of what’s required to successfully deliver civil construction projects. Working as part of a collaborative team, you’ll support delivery in line with quality, safety, environmental, time and production objectives.

This is an excellent opportunity for graduates who completed their degree in June/July 2026 or are due to graduate in December 2026 and are looking to launch their career with one of Australia's leading civil contractors.

You’ll get the opportunity to:

• learn about drawings, specifications, and workplace health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) requirements for all site-related activities
• work as part of a team to ensure core project functions are being delivered, including purchasing materials, supporting financial functions, submitting progress claims, assisting with quality monitoring and contributing to creating solutions where needed
• maintain a daily diary outlining details of site meetings, discussions, works performed, and inspections
• actively participate in training initiatives and skill development programs.
• Your motivation will energise our collaborative team across the delivery of diverse projects in Perth and regional Western Australia.

Key responsibilities

• Assisting with site engineering activities in line with project drawings, specifications and HSEQ requirements
• Supporting the implementation of project quality, safety and environmental management plans
• Assisting with construction programming, procurement of materials and coordination of site activities
• Supporting commercial functions including subcontractor progress claims and monthly reporting
• Assisting with the preparation of project progress claims, variations and extensions of time
• Monitoring daily site activities to support productivity, quality and cost control
• Maintaining accurate site records, including daily diaries, inspections and documentation
• Participating in training and development initiatives as part of BMD’s graduate program

About you

You’re a motivated civil engineering graduate who’s keen to build a career in construction and gain hands-on site experience on real projects.

You will have:

• A bachelor's degree in civil engineering recognised by Engineers Australia, completed in June/July 2026 or due for completion in December 2026
• A genuine interest in site-based project delivery and road infrastructure construction
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn from experienced industry professionals
• A safety-first mindset and commitment to quality outcomes
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work effectively within a collaborative project team
• A current Australian driver's licence or the ability to obtain one
• Construction White Card or ability to obtain one

Diversity and inclusion

We recognise that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer providing a flexible and inclusive workplace.

So, join our team, be yourself and help us power futures and create legacies.

We’re a purpose and values-led business guided by our values of family, empowered, collaborative and driven. For further details on what makes BMD unique, head to https://www.bmdgroup.global/careers