Graduate Civil Engineer Apprentice — Earn While You Learn

Balfour Beatty plc; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

25 days holiday

Permanent contract from day one

Bi-annual performance & pay reviews

Early Careers Showcase

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc in Scotland invites applications for a Graduate Apprentice Civil Engineer as part of our 2027 Early Careers programme. You’ll work across site and office environments on major infrastructure projects, mentored by experienced engineers and supported by university study with day release.

We value potential over experience and seek self‑motivated individuals who enjoy solving problems, work well in a team, and are prepared to study towards a BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering.

Qualifications

• Four SQA Highers at BBBC, including Maths.
• Self-motivated, proactive and eager to start a career in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Support day‑to‑day site and office activities while learning how civil engineering projects are delivered.
• Assist with reviewing drawings and basic design information to understand engineering standards and practices.
• Help carry out health and safety checks, including site inspections and risk management.
• Read and understand engineering drawings, plans and specifications.

Education

Four SQA Highers (BBBC) including Maths

Job description

Balfour Beatty plc in Scotland invites applications for a Graduate Apprentice Civil Engineer as part of our 2027 Early Careers programme. You’ll work across site and office environments on major infrastructure projects, mentored by experienced engineers and supported by university study with day release.

We value potential over experience and seek self‑motivated individuals who enjoy solving problems, work well in a team, and are prepared to study towards a BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering.