Civil Engineering (Degree) Apprentice

AtkinsRéalis; Over; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is offering an apprenticeship designed to provide on-the-job learning and professional qualifications in civil engineering. You will work on real projects, supported by mentors, and earn a competitive salary from day one. The ideal candidate should have GCSEs in English and Maths, A Levels in STEM subjects, and strong analytical and communication skills. Join us to begin your career in engineering with a focus on creativity and teamwork.

Benefits

£27,976 a year

33 days annual leave

Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Two paid annual volunteer days

Real Living Wage for Level 6 Apprenticeships

Qualifications

• Successful completion leads to a BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering degree and qualifies as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng).

Responsibilities

• Developing skills in exciting projects.
• Learning relevant design software and technology.
• Assisting in building key client relationships.
• Applying civil engineering techniques and methods.
• Managing quality processes and contributing to improvements.
• Communicating using appropriate methods and terminology.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team-working

Creative thinking

Initiative

Education

GCSE in English (grade C/4)

GCSE in Maths (grade C/4)

A Level in another STEM subject (grade Pass)

A Level in Maths (grade C)

Job description

Our apprenticeships are designed to give you an insight into a wide variety of areas of work and the chance to explore where your skills and interests lie. Through a combination of on‑the‑job learning and practical skills development, you'll work towards your professional qualification. From day one you'll work on real projects that offer scale and variety, collaborating with others and creating a meaningful impact on the world around us. You'll be supported by our leaders, technical specialists, your own dedicated mentor and our continuous learning and development framework. Not only will you gain valuable on‑the‑job experience and work towards professional qualifications, but you'll also earn a meaningful salary from day one. We're proud to pay the Real Living Wage for our Level 6 Apprenticeships.

Responsibilities

• Developing your skills in a wide range of exciting projects
• Learning and using relevant design software and technology
• Being involved in client meetings and assisting in building key client relationships
• Understanding and learning digital skills to harness technology in new ways
• Studying towards nationally recognised qualifications and accreditation with mentor support
• Applying civil engineering techniques, procedures and methods; designing, installing, commissioning, constructing, maintaining or operating civil engineering components and systems
• Employing mathematical, statistical, and data interpretation tools using analytical and computational methods
• Identifying, interpreting, and comparing information to select materials, components or parts
• Researching, collecting, selecting, and evaluating technical literature to address and analyse civil engineering problems
• Producing civil engineering technical solutions in accordance with industry standards, codes of practice, regulations, and legislation
• Applying project management techniques: measuring, recording, and reporting progress against performance criteria
• Managing quality processes and contributing to quality improvements
• Planning and managing resources, equipment and technology within project specifications, costs, budgets and timescales
• Monitoring and managing individual performance and the input of others, adapting to changing demands
• Communicating in verbal and written contexts using appropriate methods and engineering terminology
• Applying teamwork, collaboration, ethical and sustainability principles, and supporting health, safety, and welfare policies

Qualifications & Skills

• GCSE in English (grade C/4)
• GCSE in Maths (grade C/4)
• A Level in another STEM subject (grade Pass)
• A Level in Maths (grade C – 112 UCAS points in total)
• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisational skills
• Problem‑solving skills
• Presentation skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical thinking
• Team‑working
• Creative thinking
• Initiative
• On successful completion, you'll gain a BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering degree and qualify as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) after passing your End‑Point Assessment

Benefits

• £27,976 a year
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays); option to buy an additional 15 days or sell up to 5 days
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Two paid annual volunteer days
• Real Living Wage for Level 6 Apprenticeships