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1 GRADUATES

2 The Programme Programme Pathways We have two Pathways available to you at PBA. We do this as we recognise that there may be some of you who know exactly which discipline you want to progress your career in, and others who may want to try out a few and see what you like! As a multidisciplinary Practice, we are well positioned to offer both of these opportunities. 1. Core Discipline Pathway As a member of the Core Discipline Pathway, your two years will consist of working on a variety of projects within your chosen discipline, giving you exposure and experience to further your development within your selected career path. 2. Rotational Pathway As a member of the Rotational Pathway, you will get the opportunity to try three of our disciplines. Your two years will therefore consist of three rotations: 1st Placement ~12 months This placement will provide you with a thorough grounding within your core discipline. 2nd and 3rd Placements ~6 months each The disciplines you will experience in your 2nd and 3rd placement will build further knowledge of working in a multidisciplinary practice. Additionally, both pathways of the Programme may include a secondment should either the requirement or opportunity present itself. Previous s have found this beneficial in achieving their professional development objectives. To find out about the Rotational Pathway and secondments, see the Learning section. Learning Institution Membership Your learning programme centres around the professional institution that you choose to align with. This will drive the direction of both your technical learning and professional development. Personal Coaching Technical & CPD Institution Training Agreement STEM Activities An essential element of the Programme is commencing your pathway to professional accreditation and signing up to a Training Agreement. This is the formal route to accreditation and will be a key part of your on going development. We have a number of professional institutions that we recognise and support across the Practice. The main ones are as follows: Disipline Civil Engineering Buildings Transport Environment Planning Institution ICE IStructE, ICE, CIBSE TPP, CIHT CIWEM, IEMA, LI, IES RTPI, RICS During the first few months of the Programme you will be offered a Training Agreement aligned to your chosen professional institution. Following this, you will be allocated a mentor who will support you and help you to achieve your professional aspirations. Technical Your daily work will provide a large part of your learning and development. Your mentor will help support you with the format required for your professional institution. Capturing learning is not just considered best practice, it is fundamental to maintaining professional accreditation. The Programme The Programme

3 Continuous (CPD) and the Forum Throughout your time on the programme there will be plenty of opportunities to further your knowledge via technical forums, lunchtime seminars and formal training. In addition, the Forum has been created to give you a chance to have a say in how the Programme is run and provide feedback to the Practice from our cohort of s. The Forum meet quarterly to generate ideas on the continuous development of the Programme and identify further topics that will be of use. You will be invited to apply to become a member of the Forum at the Induction Event. Elections are held each year to vote s to hold Forum positions. STEM Activities Personal Coaching Fundamental to the Peter Brett Foundation is the belief that there should be a strong link between education and industry. Our engagement in STEM activities across the country is the embodiment of this belief. We have extended our STEM Ambassador network across all our business groups nationally to support the teaching of the STEM subjects in schools around the UK. As a at PBA, you will be involved in reaching out and inspiring the next generation of engineers, planners and scientists. Throughout your time on the Programme you ll meet with a dedicated coach on a quarterly basis to help you work towards professional goals and offer the support you need to succeed. Secondments Secondments can be an exciting opportunity for you to develop further and can have a valued contribution to professional development. Each year we work with third parties to offer secondment opportunities in order to develop your skills and knowledge in an external environment. Days Days are aimed at providing professional development which will run alongside your technical development and your on-the-job learning. They also provide the opportunity for you to meet with your fellow s. The first of these days will be the Induction Event where you will start building your PBA network and this will continue throughout the Programme over the course of the two years. Days will take place and will follow these themes: Induction Day STEM Induction Day Project Management Work 05 Communications Learning Outcomes Whichever pathway you have chosen to follow, you will be supported to achieve the following learning outcomes by the end of your Programme: Have built a network of internal contacts Have developed your technical knowledge/soft skills to become an effective practitioner. Lead or actively supported STEM activities in support of our industry. Writing Reports Thinking and Creativity days marked with a Personal Effectiveness Sustainable may not be relevant to all discliplines Graduation Day Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development (CPD). Be part way through your learning agreement, and working towards chartership or professional status for the institution relevant to your career path. The Programme The Programme

4 PBA Career Trajectory PBA offers a clear route to progress within our growing and diverse Practice. We ve mapped this out to show you how you could grow. is what we do and also what makes us, this is our DNA and we want you to be a part of it too. Partner Principal OPERATIONAL Leaders Director Members Equity Director Grade 1 Practitioner Engineer/ Planner Practitioner Principal Associate Associate TECHNICAL Grade 2 Assistant Apprentice Emerging Talent START At PBA, you re able to fulfill your own ambitions. - Keith Mitchell, Chairman Please note that not all grades/ titles apply to each technical discipline PBA Career Trajectory PBA Career Trajectory

5 Undergraduate Placements How to apply Summer Placements Industrial Placements For those not starting their final year, it may seem a little early to think about working life beyond university. However, we would like to invite you to apply for a summer placement at one of our many office locations across the UK. Our summer placements run between June and September and can last up to 12 weeks. They are a great opportunity to come and explore the world of PBA and the multidisciplinary nature of our approach to projects. Industrial placements offer a longer opportunity, of up to one year, to truly immerse yourself in our Practice and to turn your hand to a multitude of projects, challenges and successes. Master s degree in Civil Engineering (ICE Accredited) To secure a place on our Programme you need to be passionate about joining a leading consultancy to help deliver for our clients. A creative mind is key; you ll need to demonstrate outside the box thinking and innovation in your work to date. You ll preferably have a Master s degree and have achieved/be on target for a minimum 2:1/Merit for your studies. We really value relevant work experience gained through previous placements, internships and work experience so make sure you tell us about this if you have it. See below to understand the different disciplines you could be considered If or with your degree: Civil Infrastructure (inc Highways, Utilities, Drainage) Bridges, Structures Master s degree in Civil/ Structural Engineering (ICE/ IStructE Accredited) Bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering, Geography or Mathematics Transport Planning Master s degree in Planning or similar (RTPI Accredited) Master s degree in Environmental Science or similar ( IEMA Membership preferred) Environment Hydrology Master s degree specialising in Water Management (CIWEM Accredited) Apply for a Placement The application process for placements opens in spring, with a specific closing date. Act quickly, places are competitive and limited in number. You can register for alerts on our careers website. Your application will be reviewed by the recruitment team and then passed on for consideration by the recruiting manager. If shortlisted you ll be invited to a telephone interview and then on to an interview in person at the office you are being considered for. If successful you ll receive a full offer pack with information on what to expect before your arrival. After your placement you ll have the opportunity to give feedback on your experience at PBA and we will keep in touch with you, right through to graduation. Application Process Application review We offer our s a competitive salary, a discretionary bonus scheme, a matching contributory pension scheme, help with professional subscriptions, annual leave buy or sell and a flexible benefits package which allows you to choose from a variety of excellent benefits Apply online at careers.peterbrett.com Hiring team review Telephone interview 5 6 Aptitude Assessment Assessment Day Undergraduate Placements How to apply