Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer - Water - Reading (2027)

Stantec Inc.; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday buy and sell

Private medical insurance

Group income protection

Life assurance

Job summary

Stantec Inc. is offering a Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) in Civil Engineering for Water in Reading.

You will be part of a UK-wide discipline of ~335 engineers and a local Reading team of ~15, supporting Thames Water projects from feasibility to construction while earning a degree. The role includes hands‑on design work, analysis, and client engagement, with four days in the office and a structured training path with multiple universities.

Qualifications

• Entry requirements must meet minimum defined grades and physics, chemistry or related science where applicable.
• Mathematics and analytical science subjects at suitable grades are required.
• Right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period.

Responsibilities

• Supporting engineering activities from feasibility through to construction, including the production of detailed calculations, analysis and drawings.
• Using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other industry software to present design solutions for clients.
• Assisting in the preparation of reports, presentations, bids and proposals.
• Providing technical input on civil engineering matters to support the wider project team.
• Attending meetings and workshops with clients and colleagues from other disciplines.

Skills

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

A-levels ABB

BTEC Level 3 Diploma DMM

IB 32/655 HL5 Maths

GCSE Maths & English 5/6

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Degree Apprentice (Level 6) Civil Engineer - Water - Reading (202 7 )

Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing.

You'll join our Water team and be part of a UK-wide discipline of around 335 civil and structural engineers. You'll learn from experienced colleagues while developing the skills and confidence to build your career in civil engineering. Locally, you'll be part of a supportive Reading team of around 15 colleagues.The Reading team works closely with colleagues in London and High Wycombe, giving you the opportunity to learn from people across the wider region. You'll primarily support projects for Thames Water, helping deliver work linked to essential water infrastructure.,

• Supporting engineering activities from feasibility through to construction, including the production of detailed calculations, analysis and drawings.
• Using AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other industry software to present design solutions for clients.
• Assisting in the preparation of reports, presentations, bids and proposals.
• Providing technical input on civil engineering matters to support the wider project team.
• Attending meetings and workshops with clients and colleagues from other disciplines.
• Earn while you learn. Whichever apprenticeship route you take, your tuition and qualification fees are on us. 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)
  • Exeter University (block release)
  • University of Bristol (day release)
  • UWE (day 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.

• 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 must have: 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.
• UWE will also accept: Aeronautical Engineering, Applied Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Operations/Maintenance Engineering.
• For Exeter you must have: DDM. They will slso accept: Building Services Engineering Construction, Operations/Maintenance Engineering, Computer Engineering, Manufacturing, Environmental Sustainability.
• For Coventry you must have: 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.
• Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

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.

• 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).