Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer - Buildings - Plymouth (2026)

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Plymouth is seeking a Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer to join their program in 2026. This position offers a competitive salary, hands-on experience, and academic qualifications, including a Level 6 BEng degree. Candidates should demonstrate adaptability, problem-solving skills, and meet specified education requirements. The role promotes collaboration and ongoing professional development within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Professional progression plan

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Must be able to achieve minimum UCAS points.
• Will bring an analytical mindset through chosen subjects.
• GCSEs in Maths and English must meet requirements.

Responsibilities

• Participate in hands-on engineering and learning.
• Collaborate with team members to develop technical expertise.
• Meet with senior staff for guidance and mentorship.

Skills

Adaptability

Resilience

Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Education

A Level: ABB including Mathematics

UCAS tariff points: 112 points minimum

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM

GCSEs: 5 GCSEs with grade 5 or 6

Job description

With every community, Stantec redefines what’s possible.

Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Are you passionate about engineering and eager to shape the built environment?

We have an opportunity for a Degree Apprentice (Level 6) Civil Engineer to join our Apprentice Programme in our Civil and Structural Engineering team based in Plymouth, starting in 2026.

This exciting opportunity will provide you with hands‑on experience and academic qualifications to launch a successful career in Engineering.

You’ll collaborate with your team and wider cohort, developing your expertise within an exciting and creative interdisciplinary environment and will benefit from strong support from both office and technical colleagues, as well as significant guidance from senior staff within our open and collaborative culture.

This apprenticeship will enable you to learn whilst you earn as you study for an academic qualification. You’ll gain a Level 6 BEng Civil Engineering degree in conjunction with our Training Provider – Exeter University (block release). This will be discussed further during the recruitment process.

By submitting your application, you are confirming that your predicted grades at least meet the minimum defined entry requirements stated on this advertisement and that you are comfortable with the Training Provider options (which may include both day and block release options) as listed.

Take a look at our Structural Engineering business line: Structural Engineering (stantec.com), and review the career journey of some of our early careers professionals here: Stantec | Career Stories

About you:

Qualifications:

For our Level 6 apprenticeship you will need either:

• UCAS tariff points: 112 points minimum.
• A level: ABB, including Mathematics at grade B or above and one other analytical subject (also with a grade B). Excluding General Studies.
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM; must include a Merit or above in Mathematics and Further Mathematics in Construction Units.
• Scottish Highers: 4 SQA Higher- A, B, B, B (to include Mathematics). Equivalent to 114 UCAS points.
• Irish Leaving Certificate: (Highers) H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 (at least H3 for Mathematics and one other Analytical Science)
• International Baccalaureate: 32 points/655. HL5 in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) and HL5 in another Science subject, including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, Physics, Environmental Systems and Societies.
• Other equivalent qualifications may be considered.
• GCSEs: At least 5 GCSEs with a grade of 5 or 6 (B) or above in Maths and English Language. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics are also accepted. You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed above.

We also look for someone who is:

• An Adapter – You’re able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer – You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A Collaborator – You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• A Problem‑Solver – You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our Apprentices to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that colleagues are able to provide the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance
• Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long‑term career at Stantec
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with a relevant professional body
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee ResourceGroups)

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

Please take a look at UK Apprentice brochure to find out more about life as an apprentice at Stantec. We look forward to receiving your application!

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