Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer - Infrastructure - Edinburgh or Glasgow (2026)

STANTEC; Scotland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Scotland is offering a Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer position in Edinburgh or Glasgow. This role involves working on significant infrastructure projects, with responsibilities ranging from design and documentation to stakeholder collaboration. Ideal candidates should have at least 112 UCAS points and strong analytical skills. The apprenticeship offers competitive benefits and a path towards becoming a chartered engineer.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Life assurance

Professional progression plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs with a grade of 5 or 6 in Mathematics and English Language.
• Adaptability to changing situations.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Developing design models and engineering calculations.
• Preparing documentation and technical notes.
• Assisting with project management and cost estimates.

Skills

Adaptability

Perseverance

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

UCAS tariff points: 112 points minimum

A level: BBC including Mathematics

BTEC (Level 3) Diploma: DMM

Scottish Highers: 4 SQA Higher - A, B, B, B

International Baccalaureate: 32 points/655

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.

Your role:

We have an opportunity for a Degree Apprentice (Level 6) Civil Engineer to join our Apprentice Programme in our Civil Engineering team based in Edinburgh or Glasgow.

The Opportunity

You will be an integral part of our experienced and welcoming Civils Team, working on a variety of significant development and road infrastructure projects.

Our team is made up of passionate, talented individuals with extensive expertise. We foster a positive staff ethos, collaborating closely with various in-house and external disciplines.

We are dedicated to delivering environmentally sensitive solutions, prioritising reuse over new construction to mitigate environmental impacts on projects ranging from significant public sector schemes to private development and regeneration.

Key Responsibilities:

This role is designed to develop you into a capable Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer by involving you in all project stages. Your core duties will focus on using design software and your engineering skills to plan, coordinate, and deliver essential infrastructure components.

• Design & Modeling: Developing concept, preliminary, and detailed schemes, including preparing 3D design models, completing engineering calculations, and designing/evaluating drainage networks.
• Documentation: Preparing full drawing packages, design reports, technical notes, and specifications.
• Environmental Focus: Researching the latest technologies and construction techniques to ensure our designs are environmentally sensitive. This includes preparing carbon emission calculations and workbooks.
• Project Management Support: Assisting with cost estimates (value engineering) and the management of Health and Safety risks.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Collaborating with clients, co-professionals, and other organizations to manage on-site surveys and assessments, and to develop an understanding of various infrastructure stakeholders.

This apprenticeship will enable you to learn whilst you earn as you study for an academic qualification. You will gain a Level 6 BEng Civil Engineering degree in conjunction with our Training Provider, Strathclyde University or Edinburgh Napier University (day release).

About you:

Qualifications:

• UCAS tariff points: 112 points minimum.
• A level: BBC, including Mathematics at grade B or above and one other analytical subject (also grade B or above).
• BTEC (Level 3) Extended Diploma: DMM - this 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)
• 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

You must also have:

• GCSEs: At least 5 GCSEs with a grade of 5 or 6 (B) or above in Mathematics and English Language. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths are also accepted.

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

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

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success. If you are excited by this role but worry that your experience doesn’t exactly align, we encourage you to apply.

At Stantec we want you to perform your best at every stage of the recruitment process and are committed to ensuring it is accessible to all. If you need any support or require adjustments to be made then please contact [e-mail] and we will talk to you about how we can support you.