Following my chartership, I didn’t know what my next steps would be as up until that point I had focused everything on this. Joining Link has helped me refocus myself, and has provided the most amazing opportunities for me to better myself in my career. If I mention an aspect of work I want to develop my skills in, my managers ensure that I get further experience in that area. Through this I manage to keep my workload varied, and no two days are the same. The team is extremely knowledgeable, and if I have a question I know I can go to anyone to ask.

Being part of a smaller team, there is not only a strong work ethic, but also a real sense of teamwork and willingness to help others. At Link, there is a high quality output, which pushes us all to improve. There is a mixture of hard work and fun and it has honestly been a pleasure to work here.

Karishma Lally Senior Civil Engineer MEng (Hons) CEng MICE

Joining Link soon after it started operating has given me great opportunities in addressing technical issues on complex schemes, and in being involved in the expanding operations of the business and the development of new processes.

At Link I work closely with the directors who have had the ambition and knowhow to set up their own business and help it grow over time. It is a great opportunity to draw from a range of technical, commercial and operational expertise through day to day interaction. Having worked at larger international organisations in the past, I can confidently say that the environment at Link is more modern and flexible in supporting the learning and professional development of everyone in the team; with technical, commercial and client facing responsibilities.

I am continuously presented with new challenges to maintain a varied and interesting workload, while the team leadership appreciates, recognises and rewards the right attitude.

Being a part of a smaller organisation gives a strong team attitude, with everyone having a personal level of interaction with our colleagues and company directors. I am very pleased that everyone in the team is genuinely interested and engaged in the work we undertake, which strongly reflects on how we interact with each other, with our clients and the schemes we deliver.

Chris Hadjivassiliou Director MEng (Hons) CEng MICE

Joining Link was one of my best decisions so far. The work environment is great and the whole team is very welcoming and helpful.

Having the opportunity to communicate with all of the senior staff on daily basis has provided me with the support I needed to tackle my chartership with the ICE. The variety of projects that we have been involved in as a team has helped me to develop and improve my overall engineering knowledge. Any gaps in my abilities identified against the ICE Attributes have been taken care of in house where possible, or I’ve been given the opportunity to attend courses to help me improve in these areas. Hard work at Link is always recognised and rewarded.

Being part of a team where all the members are supportive and helpful is great. Social events are common, and we even have a Social Secretary with an allocated budget. The benefits package available for me is very generous.

I’m of the opinion that Link is a very successful company with even greater success to come, and I can’t wait to see it and be part of it.

Valentin Ivanov Associate MEng (Hons) CEng MICE

Going from working on site as a groundworker to working in a warm office was a big change for me! What stood out most was how much everyone genuinely cares about each other. From the directors through to apprentices, everyone is treated equally, and there’s a real personal feel.

At Link, I’ve progressed to managing my own projects and developed an in-depth understanding of Civil 3D. My favourite projects so far have been the Piddington scheme in Northampton, which included a Section 278 package and a small residential development, and the St Luke’s Hospice scheme in Basildon. I managed both independently, with responsibility for client and local authority liaison, while Jason provided occasional oversight.
Jason has been a great manager. He has always been understanding whenever I’ve come to him with problems and has been supportive in helping to resolve them. He’s someone I know I could call in an emergency, even outside of working hours, and I know he would be happy to help.

I would highly recommend applying to join Link. It’s a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience, work on real projects, and learn from experienced professionals while developing your skills.

Will Merricks Apprentice Civil Engineering Technician

My first conversations with the directors convinced me that this was the right place to start my civil engineering career. I liked the fact that Link is a closely knit team where everyone knows everyone.

After starting as a graduate in my first engineering role, there was a lot of learning from the start. Both my senior colleagues and those around me have continuously helped me develop both my base engineering knowledge, as well as my technical skills in using the engineering software.

So far, I’ve been enjoying all the learning opportunities I’ve had. It has been great to be given the chance to develop my engineering knowledge. The company is a closely knit community which makes it an enjoyable place to work and knowing I am valued as an individual and not just a cog in the machine is great.

Link is a great place to begin your career, knowing that the team genuinely cares about your development and wants you to learn.

Daniel Donohoe Graduate Engineer MEng

Working at Link is a genuinely rewarding experience. As a senior structural engineer, I thrive on problem‑solving, sharing ideas, and continuously expanding my technical knowledge, and Link gives me the perfect environment to do that.

The culture is built on hard work, but your efforts are always recognised. The projects are challenging in the best way, offering opportunities to grow while still being fun to work on. What truly sets Link apart is the team environment: close collaboration, supportive colleagues, and a willingness to help each other succeed.

It’s a place where you feel valued and part of something meaningful.

Fez Osman Senior Structural Engineer BEng (Hons) MSc Civil Engineering

Joining Link gave me the opportunity to broaden my skills across a wider variety of projects while progressing my career quickly. One of the things I enjoy most about my role is the variety of work and the chance to mentor junior team members.

My proudest achievement has been relocating to London and successfully holding the fort for six months, which was both a rewarding challenge and a valuable opportunity. That’s what makes this such a great place to work – the combination of opportunity and support. There are always chances to get involved in interesting projects and take on new responsibilities whilst being supported to do so.

The company has a high-level of care for its employees and a very open culture where people at all levels work closely together. Everyone is welcoming, understanding, patient and supportive. I experienced this firsthand during my recovery from an operation, when the team went above and beyond to accommodate me.

For anyone considering applying, I would say that if you’re looking to progress and develop a wide range of skills to make a well-rounded engineer, then this is the place to do it. You’ll be part of a supportive team that genuinely cares about your wellbeing.

Ben Latcham Senior Engineer MEng (Hons)

I’ve always wanted to be part of a growing company as I think it provides more opportunity to progress with the team and as an engineer. And after meeting Nick and Neil, joining Link was an absolute no brainer for me.

What I enjoy most about my role is that the more effort and energy I put in, the more I get out. I think it’s great that this is a common goal – we have a very diverse team, but everyone wants to work hard and be the best we can be. The company culture is built around this natural drive to improve and constantly challenge decisions to get the best solutions.

I also felt genuinely supported by my colleagues after being at Link for just five months when I had knee surgery, which left me feeling a little isolated from my normal busy, active life. Whilst recovering, Jess sent me an online quiz to do with my flatmates. It seems only small and trivial, but it meant a lot.

Since joining Link, I’ve had significant opportunities to learn, develop and progress. When I first joined, the Manchester office was a two-person strong team of Neil and myself. Soon, we will have 10 people in the office. Being part of the team from the very beginning has presented challenges but provided room for me to grow as a leader within the office.

Tom Andrews Senior Engineer MSc Civil Engineering

I was attracted to the placement because I wanted the opportunity to work in a professional engineering consultancy, contribute to real projects, and learn from people with a lot of technical knowledge.
When I first joined the company, I was made to feel welcome by everyone around me. My colleagues were friendly, respectful, and willing to help, and within only a few weeks I felt like a valued member of the team.

Since starting my Year in Industry, I have developed a much stronger understanding of the software and tools used within the industry, while also gaining insight into the commercial side of consultancy, including how projects are managed, delivered, and communicated to clients.
One of my favourite parts has been the opportunity to work on multiple large-scale residential schemes. I have also enjoyed leading a Link Walk Talk and an ICE work group session, which have helped me gain confidence in communication, leadership, and professional development.

My Year in Industry has given me practical experience across different projects, improved my technical knowledge, and helped me build the skills and confidence I need to begin my graduate career.

Rhys Radford Undergraduate Engineer