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Civil Engineering deals with the design, construction and maintenance of the physical and naturally built environment.

So, whether you’re interested in making landscape gardens, or designing and constructing roads, bridges, canals, dams and towns of the future, this industry could be for you!

Civil Engineers are the people behind all of the most iconic constructions in the world: from the The Shard to the Eiffel Tower and more recently Crossrail which is currently Europe's largest construction project with the first services through central London due to start in late 2018.

Civil Engineering is your opportunity to leave an ever-lasting impression on the world!

What does it take to make these amazing buildings?
Well there are many people involved from the architects who design the buildings, the project manager through to the people who make sure equipment is in place and order the materials – this is before you even think about the people that are actually going to build it!

Start your research to see where you fit in!

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If you're thinking about your future, here's some exciting news: the engineering construction industry (ECI) in the East of England is growing fast—and they need young people like you!
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TechGirl 2025 - Young Women in STEM
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28th August 2025
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Cambridge United FC, Cambs
On 28 August, Hot Topics are hosting the TechGirl Festival in partnership with Cambridge United Football Club. It’s a high-energy, in-person event for young women aged 16+ to explore careers in tech and STEM, and meet some of the most inspiring people in the i...
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Charity Football Tournament
A five-a-side football tournament organised by Jackson raised £1,600 for a children’s charity. Jackson invited sub-contractors to enter a team and compete in the competition held at Ipswich Goals sports centre. A total of eight teams took part, each paying £20...
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Lyminster Bypass opens
The Lyminster Bypass, of which Jackson designed and constructed the northern section on behalf of West Sussex County Council, has been officially opened. The council’s Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, Councillor Joy Dennis cut the ribbon on the new 1...
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Trainee Engineer (Sizewell C)
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30th September 2025
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Leiston, Suffolk
A fantastic opportunity for a Trainee Engineer join our project on Sizewell C. The Trainee Engineer is an integral member of the Site Operations Team; the Team is responsible for the effective and efficient running of the site throughout the delivery of the pr...
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Nafford Sluice and Weir survey
The first trial to assess the effectiveness of underwater surveying technology on aging structures on the River Avon has taken place. Jackson's CDT team appointed specialists Storm Geomatics to carry out a comprehensive survey of Environment Agency-owned asset...
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