Civil Engineering Apprentice / Water - Multiple Locations (Summer 2026 starts)

AECOM; St Albans; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm in St Albans is seeking candidates for a position involving water infrastructure design. Ideal for school leavers with strong GCSEs and A-Levels, this role offers hybrid work arrangements and opportunities for professional growth. Key responsibilities include conducting feasibility studies and producing technical designs. A commitment to continuous learning and adaptability is essential.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Career development opportunities

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in Traffic Engineering.
• Some work experience in an engineering environment preferred.
• Commitment to continued education and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Undertake technical and feasibility studies for water solutions.
• Produce designs for water infrastructure.
• Keep up-to-date with regulatory legislation affecting design.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Creative and adaptable

Education

Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above

Three A-Levels including Maths and a physical science

Tools

CAD

3D software

Job description

Overview

Company Description: At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world. We are the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. We are a global team delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

Job Description

Our Water specialists work together worldwide to find innovative solutions to the management of water. We provide technical expertise and solutions for projects in areas such as:

• Flood Risk Management
• Hydraulic Modelling and Design (Surface, Potable and Foul)
• Sustainable Drainage Systems and Water Sensitive Urban Design
• Mains Infrastructure Design (Surface, Potable and Foul)
• Non-Infrastructure Design (Pumping Stations, Storage Tanks)
• Hydrology and Water Resources

We will pair you with an experienced engineer who will guide and mentor you through your initial period working on live projects.

Responsibilities

• Undertake technical and feasibility studies to appraise the practicability of solutions in aspects such as potable water, foul water, surface water and attenuation requirements, including appropriate calculations
• Produce designs of water infrastructure such as pump systems and pipe networks with attention to safety in design, such as creating a Designer’s Risk Assessment document
• Produce technical engineering drawings including plans, sections and typical details
• Undertake numerical analysis including the use of computer-based programmes to assist with the study of potable, surface and wastewater systems
• Keep up-to-date with developments in regulatory legislation and guidelines that may affect design work
• Work with other team members to undertake technical work, site work, and project management
• Opportunities for site visits to develop wider understanding of how designs are implemented

Benefits/Perks

At AECOM, you’ll enjoy a range of core and personalised benefits designed to support your future and well-being, customised to fit your lifestyle. Take advantage of career development opportunities, our flexible hybrid working model, technical practice networks, AECOM University, and volunteering days.

Qualifications

This position is ideally suited to school leavers at GCSE or A-Level (or equivalent) who can demonstrate the following:

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade ‘C/4’ or above, including Mathematics & English
• Three A-Levels (or equivalent such as a BTEC Level 3 in Civil Engineering) including Maths and a physical science at grade 'C' or above – essential for level 6 Degree Apprenticeship
• Some work experience or shadowing in an engineering environment would be an advantage
• Demonstrate an interest and a desire to pursue a career in Traffic Engineering
• Show an aptitude towards software-based engineering and drawing e.g. CAD and other 3D software
• Commitment to continued education and improvement through on-the-job learning and training opportunities
• Creative, practical, adaptable and enthusiastic
• Ability to demonstrate attention to detail
• Ability to think in a methodical way to design, plan and organize parts of projects
• English language proficient with excellent communication skills

Additional Information

Our Recruitment Process:

1. Submit Your Application: Complete the job application, uploading your resume, cover letter and the latest copy of your academic transcripts as one document.
2. Online Assessment: Complete our global online strength-based assessment.
3. Phone Screen: You may be invited to a phone screen with our Early Careers Recruitment team.
4. Interview: Attend a face to face interview at your local office.

We review applications as they come in and begin interviews as soon as suitable candidates are identified. Please apply as soon as possible.

Acknowledgements: We are embarking on our cultural journey in Aotearoa, New Zealand, and acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which we live and work. We pay our respects to their cultures and Elders past, present, and emerging. We are committed to engaging with First Nations peoples and businesses as part of our Reconciliation Action Plan. See the Australian Reconciliation Action Plan link for more information.

About AECOM: AECOM is a Fortune 500 infrastructure firm providing services across the project lifecycle. We value equity, diversity and inclusion and are committed to environmental, social and governance priorities. We offer hybrid work options and a range of compensation, benefits and wellbeing programs. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Disability Confident Employer. If you require accommodations during the interview process, contact [e-mail].

Work Location

Work Location Model: Hybrid