Structural Design Apprenticeship - Civil Engineer Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6)

Getting In Limited; London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a unique opportunity for aspiring engineers through a structured apprenticeship in civil engineering. This program combines hands-on experience with academic learning at a prestigious university, allowing you to develop vital skills in sustainable design and building services. You will work alongside experienced professionals on iconic projects, gaining insights into the latest energy technologies and methodologies. This role not only promises personal and professional growth but also provides a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and teamwork. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding engineering career, this apprenticeship could be your perfect start.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for this role.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Undertake detailed building services design and calculations.
• Ensure project work is carried out to an excellent standard.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Logical thinking

Team working

Creativity

Initiative

Education

Civil Engineering Degree

Tools

Building Information Modelling software

Job description

Structural Design Apprenticeship - Civil Engineer Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6)

Apply From: 09/04/2025

Learning Provider

Delivered by LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY

Employer

Buro Happold

Vacancy Description

• You will embrace the latest energy and MEP technologies to improve performance and sustainability. Sustainable design is the top of our corporate agenda.
• Undertake detailed building services (including electrical, plumbing, mechanical, sustainability) design and calculations (using both software and knowledge to verify robust calculations).
• Ensure service and project work are carried out to an excellent standard - within agreed deadlines and within budget.
• Prepare technical specifications and schedules, design development reports and innovative design solutions.
• Plan and manage input to Building Information Modelling software for production of design work.
• Use Building Information Modelling software to design engineering services on projects through learning from colleagues and in-house training.
• Represent the company as part of a team by attending design team meetings or meetings with clients and architects.

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Structural Design Apprenticeship - Civil Engineer Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6)

Employer Description

Buro Happold is best known for delivering some of the most iconic and inspiring projects worldwide. We are recruiting a Degree apprenticeship to join our friendly and innovative London Structures team, who are involved in a wide variety of challenging and exciting projects. This apprenticeship is in partnership with London Southbank University.

Why join Buro Happold as an Apprentice? Our management team includes qualified professional engineers who learnt, developed and became qualified through the apprenticeship route. Many engineers who decide to progress through the apprenticeship route find that working during the day on projects whilst attending part-time study provides invaluable experience and enables a work-focused programme of learning delivering increased technical skills and behaviours that are invaluable for their career.

Within your team, you will be guided by your line manager and colleagues within a strong collaborative ethos that will enable you to develop your engineering understanding, knowledge and skills by working on a broad range of projects. There are also wider groups such as the Young Employees Forum (YEF) for those at an early stage of their career which provides a wider peer network across the many design, advisory and consulting disciplines that is Buro Happold. The YEF not only organises professional development events but has a wider focus on encouraging participation in voluntary activities and social events.

Vacancy Location

Level 5-8, The Featherstone Building, 66 City Road, London EC1Y 2AL

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000313896

Key Dates

Apply From

09/04/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-04-27 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-09-01 00:00:00

Training

Training to be Provided

• The Apprenticeship training will be completed at London South Bank University - Southwark Campus. You will attend University 1 day per week.

Skills Required

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem-solving skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative.

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