Apprentice Civil Engineer - Summer 2027

Paul Basham Associates; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul Basham Associates is seeking motivated Apprentice Civil Engineers to join our expanding team and gain hands-on experience while completing a Level 6 Civil Engineering Apprenticeship across UK projects.

You will work alongside experienced engineers on drainage, highways and development infrastructure, gaining exposure to AutoCAD, Infodrainage and Site 3D while developing technical knowledge and professional skills for a successful engineering career.

Qualifications

• Enrolled, or planning to enrol, on a Level 6 Civil Engineering Apprenticeship.
• Passion for Civil Engineering and the built environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Experience or interest in drainage, highways or development infrastructure is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the design of drainage systems, highways and development infrastructure.
• Support the delivery of Section 278 and Section 38 highway schemes.
• Work closely with developers, architects, local authorities and other project stakeholders.
• Gain experience using industry-standard design software including AutoCAD, Infodrainage and Site 3D.
• Shadow senior engineers and receive mentoring and professional development support.
• Contribute to project work across residential, commercial, education and mixed-use developments.
• Develop an understanding of engineering design principles, project management and industry best practice.
• Enrolled, or planning to enrol, on a Level 6 Civil Engineering Apprenticeship.

Skills

Proactive learner

Strong communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Level 6 Civil Engineering Apprenticeship

Tools

AutoCAD

Infodrainage

Site 3D

Job description

Looking to build a career in Civil Engineering?

At Paul Basham Associates , we are passionate about developing the next generation of engineers. As an award-winning and fast-growing Civil Engineering and Transport Planning consultancy, we are offering an exciting opportunity for motivated Apprentice Civil Engineer s to join our expanding team and gain hands-on experience while completing a Level 6 Civil Engineering Apprenticeship .

Working alongside experienced engineers, you will contribute to a diverse range of development and infrastructure projects, helping to shape sustainable communities across the UK.

As an Apprentice Civil Engineer, you will become an integral part of our Civil Engineering team, supporting the design and delivery of a variety of projects while developing the technical knowledge and professional skills needed for a successful engineering career.

• Assist with the design of drainage systems, highways and development infrastructure.
• Support the delivery of Section 278 and Section 38 highway schemes.
• Work closely with developers, architects, local authorities and other project stakeholders.
• Gain experience using industry-standard design software including AutoCAD , Infodrainage and Site 3D.
• Shadow senior engineers and receive ongoing mentoring and professional development support.
• Contribute to project work across residential, commercial, education and mixed-use developments.
• Develop an understanding of engineering design principles, project management and industry best practice
• Enrolled, or planning to enrol, on a Level 6 Civil Engineering Apprenticeship .
• A genuine passion for Civil Engineering and the built environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent organisation and time management skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• An awareness of health and safety responsibilities.
• An interest in sustainable engineering and infrastructure solutions.
• Previous experience in a professional workplace environment, whether through employment, work experience, internships or placements .
• Experience using AutoCAD or other engineering design software would also be beneficial, although full training and support will be provided.

We're seeking someone who demonstrates:

• A proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning.
• Professionalism, integrity and accountability.
• Strong attention to detail.
• The ability to remain calm and organised when managing multiple tasks.
• A commitment to continuous professional development.
• Confidence contributing to meetings and discussions.
• A collaborative approach and desire to support colleagues and clients

At Paul Basham Associates, we're committed to investing in our people. You'll benefit from:

• Structured training and mentoring from experienced engineers.
• Exposure to a wide variety of challenging and rewarding projects.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Support towards professional development and industry qualifications.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.
• The opportunity to make a real impact on projects that help shape communities and infrastructure across the UK.

I started my apprenticeship with Paul Basham Associates in September 2019, with no prior experience as a civil engineer at all. Ever since then I feel I have been progressing my skills and my knowledge well, with on and off the job training; my progress has been primarily thanks to the overwhelming support from the team around me and their willingness to help. I'm looking forward to continually developing my career as a Civil Engineer with Paul Basham Associates and I am excited for what's to come.

Ryan Diboll
Senior Civil Engineer

• Customer:We put our clients at the very heart of everything we do to ensure we exceed expectations as the foundation of building long-term relationships.
• Openness:Communication is the fundamental cornerstone in forming partnerships with our clients and our team, based on trust and the ability to deliver.
• Results:Our commercial focus ensures a genuine desire to add value and achieve project goals to understand the environments within which we work and where value is best added.
• Excellence:Through the high standards we set ourselves we constantly strive to continuously improve the way we support our staff and deliver our services.