Graduate Development Programme As the largest construction project in Europe, Crossrail needs a pool of capable civil, electrical, electronic and mechanical engineers to manage the programme and to work with our private sector delivery partners. Our graduate development programme allows trainees to apply their theoretical knowledge in a practical way.

Careers and training

Now that Crossrail project has been granted parliamentary approval, the company is preparing to manage the largest engineering project in Europe through its delivery partners and contractors.

There will be up to 14000 people employed through our supply chain at peak of construction of the project. Consequently a wide range of capable individuals are needed to work with the delivery partners to deliver the project to time and budget.

There will be a wide range of opportunities on the Crossrail project, working for Crossrail or its delivery partners and contractors. Of course structural and civil engineers are needed as well as tunneling specialists, systems and rolling stock engineers and staff for the whole range of support services such as Corporate Affairs, HR, Finance and Procurement. The project will also need architects, analysts, transport strategists and project managers, as well as trainees in a variety of disciplines.

What they will all have in common is a belief in Crossrail's values and an absolute commitment to succeed in delivering this world class major project on time and to budget.

Creating the Skills

Whatever area you are interested in, you will find Crossrail is well placed to develop your skills further through a solid commitment to training and development and skills acquisition and enhancement. We know that to deliver the Crossrail programme we must offer our staff appropriate for the highest quality development.

Employee Benefits

In return for a challenging role Crossrail offers competitive benefits:

  • Training and development opportunities - support for your training and development aspirations
  • Competitive pay - which is reviewed annually and includes above average increases for above average performance
  • Final Salary pension - designed to attract the best
  • Generous annual leave entitlement
  • Concessionary travel package including annual season ticket loan scheme

Applicant requirements

Legislation requires that all non EU nationals are in possession of a valid work permit before they can take up employment.

You will need to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK such as your Passport, Visa, Work Permit or Birth Certificate in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.

Due to the nature of our business we are committed to following strict safety guidelines.

Contact us

The opportunity to be involved in something like Crossrail doesn't come along often so if you'd like to join us, check the jobs section now.

If you want to know more about specialist skills go to the Skills section.

If you want to know more about the training opportunities we offer for staff once you've joined us, go to the Training and Development section.

If you are a graduate looking for a place on an accelerated development scheme, go to our Graduate Opportunities section.

Training and Development » The success of the Crossrail programme depends on a knowledgeable and engaged workforce. To achieve this Crossrail provides both formal and informal training and development opportunities designed to help employees grow in their jobs and careers. Vacancies » Crossrail is an equal opportunities employer. For current opportunities within the organisation please see the vacancies listed below.

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