Degree Apprentice Utilities Consultant - Bristol - 2026

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

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Bristol is seeking a motivated Level 6 Apprentice Utilities Consultant for a 2026 start. This role offers a blend of hands-on experience and academic qualifications, specifically a BEng Building Services Design Engineer. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and a UK right to work. Comprehensive support and professional progression are offered within a collaborative team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Permanent employment contract

Qualifications

• UCAS tariff points: 112 points minimum.
• GCSEs: At least 5 GCSEs with grade 5 or 6 in Mathematics and English.
• Must fulfil entry requirements listed.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside project managers, architects, and engineers.
• Determine utility services integration and meet increasing electrical demand.
• Complete BEng Building Services Design Engineer apprenticeship.

Skills

Adaptability

Perseverance

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

A levels BBC including Mathematics

GCSEs minimum 5 at grade 5 or 6 in Mathematics and English

International Baccalaureate 32 points

Job description

Overview

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.

We’re seeking a motivated and talented individual to join our team as a Level 6 Apprentice Utilities Consultant, starting in 2026. This apprenticeship will provide hands-on experience and academic qualifications to launch a successful career within Engineering.

Based in Bristol, you’ll work alongside a team comprising project managers, architects and engineers, playing a key role in determining how and where utility services are integrated into developments and how they will meet the challenges of increasing electrical demand, to suit net-zero strategies and electric vehicle charging, against a backdrop of a constrained national grid. There will also be opportunities to work closely with our renewables consultancy team.

This apprenticeship will enable you to learn while you earn as you study for an academic qualification. You will gain a BEng Building Services Design Engineer (Level 6) Apprenticeship degree in conjunction with our Training Provider\'s Leeds School of Building (block release) and Bristol UWE (day 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) also listed.

About you

Qualifications

For our Level 6 apprenticeship you will need either:

• UCAS tariff points: 112 points minimum.
• A level: BBC, including Mathematics at grade B or above and one other analytical subject (also with a grade B) with General Studies excluded.
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM; must include a Merit or above in Mathematics and Further Mathematics in Construction Units.
• 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 5 or 6 (B) or above in Mathematics 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:

• 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 a minimum of 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 a chartered professional
• 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 the 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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