Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer - Water - Exeter (2027)

Stantec Inc.; Exeter; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Holiday buy and sell

Private medical insurance

Group income protection

Life assurance

Professional progression plan

ERGs and peer network

Job summary

Stantec offers a Level 6 Civil Engineering apprenticeship in Exeter, combining formal study with real-world project work. You will study via block releases with Coventry University or University of Exeter, spending four days a week in the office with colleagues.

You must meet UCAS/GCSE requirements and demonstrate adaptability, collaboration, and curiosity to thrive in a fast-paced, supportive environment. A competitive salary and benefits accompany the program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 112 UCAS points with Maths grade B or above and one other analytical science.
• GCSEs: 5 GCSEs with Mathematics and English Language at grade 5-6 or higher; Functional Skills accepted.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of water projects for regulated clients.
• Prepare technical drawings, calculations, reports and health and safety documents.
• Learn how survey scopes are developed to support project design.
• Participate in site visits to understand real-world design development.
• Build technical knowledge with civil engineers and project teams.

Skills

Adaptability

Collaboration

Resilience

Curiosity

Education

UCAS points 112+

Maths grade B or above

English GCSE grade 5-6

A level BBC (Maths B)

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DMM

Scottish Highers A,B,B,B incl Maths

IB 32/655 with HL5 Maths

Job description

Support the delivery of a wide range of water projects for regulated water clients.

Help prepare technical drawings, calculations, reports and health and safety documents.

Learn how survey scopes are developed and how they support project design.

Take part in site visits where appropriate, helping you understand how designs are developed in real-world environments.

Build your technical knowledge while working alongside experienced civil engineers and wider project teams.

At Stantec, we offer a high-energy environment that balances fully funded academic study with hands-on, real-world project experience. You will gain a Level 6 BEng Civil Engineering degree in conjunction with our Training Provider(s). This will be discussed further during the recruitment process.

For this role, training providers could include;

• Coventry University (block release)
• University of Exeter (block release)

To help you feel supported and connected during your apprenticeship, you'll spend four days a week working from the office alongside your colleagues.

You're adaptable, resilient, collaborative and curious - you stay calm when things change, keep going when challenges come up, enjoy working with others, value different perspectives and like sharing ideas, asking questions and finding better ways to solve problems.

For our Level 6 apprenticeship you will need to achieve a minimum of 112 UCAS points, from one of the following:

• A level: BBC (excluding General Studies). You must have Mathematics at grade B or above and one other analytical science subject at grade B or above. Analytical science subjects can include Physics, Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Further Mathematics and Design and Technology.
• For Exeter you will need ABB
• BTEC (Level 3) Extended Diploma: DMM - this must include a Merit or above in Mathematics and Further Mathematics in Construction Units. Accepted courses: Civil Engineering, Aerospace, Construction and the Built Environment and Mechanical Engineering.
• For Coventry you will need DDM
• Scottish Highers: 4 SQA Higher - A, B, B, B (to include Mathematics, Higher Applications of Mathematics not accepted).
• Irish Highers: H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 (at least H3 for Mathematics and one other Analytical Science).
• International Baccalaureate: 32/655. 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: 5 GCSE's (or recognised equivalent) with a grade 5-6 (B) or above in Mathematics and English Language. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics are also accepted.

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) also listed.

Review the career journey of one of our Apprentice Civil Engineers here:- My Stantec Story: Building hands-on experience and technical skills with Erin Baker, The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. We have been working with our clients and communities in the UK for over 150 years. We plan, design, deliver and manage the development and infrastructure needed to support the creation of sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. Our teams provide effective and relevant solutions, translating our clients' vision into valued consents, deliverable plans for projects and programmes, and efficient designs for delivery, based on technical excellence and deep market insights. We deal with today's challenges, but also keep a fairer, better tomorrow in sight, looking at how we deliver clean growth, support radical changes in our economy and meet the needs of future communities. 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. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. 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.

• A competitive salary.
• A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, private medical insurance, 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 Resource Groups).

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.