Level 4 Apprentice Digital Designer - Water - Brighton (2026)

Stantec; Brighton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Brighton is seeking a Level 4 Apprentice Digital Designer/CAD Technician to support major water projects. Graduates will use advanced CAD software like Civil 3D and Revit while working alongside skilled technicians and engineers. Responsibilities include preparing drawings and models while learning best practices in compliance and environmental sustainability. The firm offers a competitive salary, benefits, and a structured professional progression plan.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Holiday buy and sell

Group income protection

Life assurance

Professional progression plan

Qualifications

• At least 5 GCSEs with grade 5 or 6 in Maths and English.
• Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths accepted.
• Other equivalent qualifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation of project drawings and BIM models.
• Collaborate with engineers and consultants from multiple disciplines.
• Contribute to environmental impact minimization of projects.

Skills

Adaptability

Perseverance

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

5 GCSEs including Maths and English

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

As a Level 4 Apprentice Digital Designer / CAD Technician within our Digital Design team in Brighton, you will collaborate with skilled Technicians and Engineers on challenging and rewarding major water projects. You'll master the use of industry‑leading 3D and 2D software like Civil 3D and Revit, developing your CAD proficiency.

Within our Water division, you’ll join a diverse team of Engineers and Modellers. You will learn to utilise CAD software to produce drawings for vital infrastructure projects, contributing to innovative and sustainable water solutions for our communities.

Your work will involve creating site layout / location plans and developing 3D models of civil engineering structures, such as manholes, pumping stations, and treatment works. You’ll collaborate with other disciplines, including mechanical and electrical engineers, to ensure the successful delivery of high‑quality project solutions.

We offer a modern and supportive work environment, empowering you to excel in your career. We are committed to your professional growth and provide opportunities to deliver exceptional work.

Duties will include

• Assist in the preparation of project drawings and BIM models, understanding, interpreting, and implementing local client CAD standards and BIM data requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, consultants and technicians from multiple disciplines.
• Learn to ensure compliance with Health and Safety and apply safe systems of work, including the CDM Regulations.
• Contribute to the minimisation of the environmental impact of construction projects.
• Control the quality of works.
• Ensure compliance with equality, diversity and inclusion and ethical standards.

This apprenticeship will enable you to learn whilst you earn as you study for an academic qualification. You will gain a Level 4 Civil Engineering Senior Technician Apprenticeship by attending either Leeds School of Building (block release) or South Thames College Group (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.

Take a look at our Water business line here: – Stantec Water Jobs and review the career journey of some of our current apprentices here: – Career Stories | Stantec.

About you

Qualifications

For our Level 4 apprenticeship you will need either

GCSEs

At least 5 GCSEs with a grade of 5 or 6 (B) or above in Maths and English Language. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths are also accepted. You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements to be considered for this role.

Other equivalent qualifications may be considered.

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 (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. We look forward to receiving your application!

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About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 32,000 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.

At Stantec we are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process then please inform a member of our Talent Acquisition team.