Civil Engineer - Graduate Program (Jan 2026)

Our 18-month Graduate Program, Foundations, has been uniquely designed to bridge the gap between formal education and the workforce, establishing a clear path for your future and accelerated success. As a BMD team member, you will develop skills in problem solving, critical thinking, innovation, and team building. 

BMD graduates are offered a career path with adequate support systems in place to encourage growth and individual contributions. We offer structured on-the-job training, learning, and development plans designed for growth, and unique access to business leaders for mentoring.

As a BMD Graduate, you will gain access to our competitive range of employee benefits including:

• competitive remuneration package and access to flexible work
• an employee benefits platform for you and your family with access to retail, and exclusive benefits unique to BMD (including tickets to local sporting and arts events)
• health and wellbeing benefits including subsidised health insurance and gym memberships
• discounts on personal travel through our travel insurance company including flights, vehicle purchases, or rentals
• mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program and in-house psychologist
• career progression to a permanent placement and clear pathways for future promotions
• opportunities to grow your career across Australia, the Philippines, and the United Kingdom.

What to expect

Our industry-leading Graduate Program is designed to set you up for a long and successful career - by building a solid foundation. Here’s what to expect: 

• kick off with a three-day all-expenses paid conference on the Gold Coast with your peers
• engage in structured learning through three tailored modules on topics designed to develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• experience exciting hands-on and in-person learning every six months to build relationships and network with your peers from across the country
• receive mentoring from BMD’s Board of Directors, executive management team, and emerging leaders who genuinely want to build your leadership qualities and help you progress through the ranks
• see inspiring presentations from industry experts to build your skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork.

What you’ll do

As a Graduate Engineer, you’ll get the chance to explore multiple functions of the projects you work on to get an in-depth understanding of the core elements required for delivery. You will work as part of the team and play a key role in ensuring all work is delivered in accordance with quality, time, production, safety, and environmental objectives of the project in line with our expectations as a business and the BMD way. 

During your time as a Graduate Engineer, you will get the opportunity to:

• learn about the drawings, specifications and quality, 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.

Who we’re looking for

BMD welcomes graduates with diverse backgrounds and experience. We’re looking for an eager, determined, and resourceful graduate who is ready to take the first leap in their career. 

To be successful, you will have strong decision-making and communication skills, creative thinking, and the drive to experience real hands-on work in the field. We are also looking for a graduate who can showcase resilience, enthusiasm, and a passion for teamwork to achieve positive outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

To qualify for this position, you must have completed a Bachelor of Civil Engineering (or graduating in 2025 or mid-2026). Candidates will require their own transport to the site.

What makes us different?

BMD is on a sharp growth trajectory with over $2 billion worth of work in hand, and as we continue to expand, our Graduate Program participants will support our business in delivering our project pipeline.

We provide you with the benefits you'd expect from a leading Australian contractor, but what makes us different is:

• Our culture – our vision to do things differently and unique family-orientated values and history build a welcoming team environment where our business really is about the people, allowing you to make life-long friends.
• Our work – the possibilities are as diverse as you are. We offer a variety of work across our five business units with projects differing in size, scope, and capability.
• Our long-timers – access to our senior and emerging leaders offering formal leadership, personal and professional development, and mentoring to allow growth of your technical and leadership skills.

Steps in our recruitment process

1. May to June - Submit your 10-minute application
2. June to July - Shortlisted candidates are contacted to attend an interview with our senior leaders
3. July to August - Formal offers to join BMD’s graduate program

Sound like you? Pre-register now!

BMD recognises that we are strengthened by diversity, and we embrace differences as an equal opportunity employer, providing a flexible and inclusive workplace that rewards excellence and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

Visit our website to learn more about us.