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Wates Group Civil / Structural Engineer Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 7 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

3 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
85.7% Positive experience

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Wates Group.

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Civil Engineer

Engineering

Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 5 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Group Presentation Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Group Presentation

After submitting my application, I had a video interview. Then came the assessment centre, which involved a group discussion on various topics. Following that was a behavioural interview where I had to share a specific personal experience. There was also a skills-based presentation, focusing on my motivations for applying. Finally, I had to complete a report within 90 minutes using provided background information.

Confirmed questions1 question
  • Could you tell me about your career aspirations?
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Quantity Surveyor

Operations

Entry Difficult Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Take home Recruiter call Group
Interview formats
Behavioral Other

I first had to answer 5 questions that were 300 words each, all about the job I applied for. Then, I was given 6 pre-recorded questions to answer, which included typical company questions and 3 competency-based questions. After that, there was an assessment centre.

Confirmed questions2 questions
  • Why did you choose this program?
  • Tell me about your application for the job.
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Quantity Surveyor

Other

Entry Average Positive experience No offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Group Presentation Onsite
Interview formats
Group Case Behavioral Presentation

So first you fill out an online application, then there's a video interview, and after that you go to an assessment centre. At the assessment centre, you'll do group exercises, case studies, and a competency-based interview. It's all pretty structured, looking at teamwork, communication, and why you're keen on construction.

Confirmed questions2 questions
  • What draws you to Wates, and can you tell me about our values?
  • Can you tell me what you know about our company values and why you want to work for us?

Wates Group Civil / Structural Engineer Interview Questions

Quoted word for word from Wates Group interview reports.

What draws you to Wates, and can you tell me about our values?

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How do you handle conflicts that arise on a construction site?

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Can you tell me what you know about our company values and why you want to work for us?

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Tell me about your general questions regarding the form of contract and your past experience.

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 7 Wates Group interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 41.2%
Group 17.6%
Technical 17.6%
Presentation 11.8%
Case 5.9%

Interview difficulty

Easy 14.3%
Average 71.4%
Difficult 14.3%

Candidate experience

Positive 85.7%
Neutral 14.3%