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Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer - Water - Manchester (2027)

Stantec · Coventry University, Leeds Beckett University
Location
Manchester
Salary
Competitive
Duration
4 years
Positions available
1
Level
Level 6 – Degree
Degree awarded
BEng Civil Engineering
Start date
1 January 2027
Vacancy reference
9490
Minimum grades
112 UCAS points. A Level: BBC (Mathematics B+, analytical science B+). GCSE: Grade 5-6 (B) in Mathematics and English Language. Must include analytical science subject.

About the role

Join the Water team as a Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer. You'll learn from experienced colleagues while developing skills and confidence to build your career in civil engineering. Support engineering activities from feasibility through to construction, including production of detailed calculations, analysis and drawings. Use AutoCAD, Civil 3D and other industry software to present design solutions. Assist in preparation of reports, presentations, bids and proposals. Provide technical input on civil engineering matters. Attend meetings and workshops with clients and colleagues from other disciplines. Work four days a week from the Manchester office alongside colleagues.

Requirements

Minimum 112 UCAS points from A Level (BBC including Mathematics grade B+ and one analytical science subject grade B+), BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (DMM or DDM for Coventry), Scottish Highers (4 x A/B/B/B including Mathematics), Irish Highers (H3/H3/H3/H3/H3/H4 including Mathematics and analytical science), or International Baccalaureate (32/655 with HL5 Mathematics and HL5 Science). Must have 5 GCSEs grade 5-6 (B) or above in Mathematics and English Language, or Functional Skills Level 2 in both. Unconditional right to live and work in UK.

Working week

Four days per week working from Manchester office

Skills

AutoCADCivil 3DTechnical drawingEngineering analysisReport writingPresentation skillsCollaborationProblem-solving

Required qualifications

Essential
A Level · Mathematics · Grade B
Essential
A Level · Analytical Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Further Mathematics, Design and Technology) · Grade B
Essential
GCSE · Mathematics · Grade 5-6
Essential
GCSE · English Language · Grade 5-6
Essential
UCAS Points · Any · Grade 112
Desired
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma · Civil Engineering, Aerospace, Construction and Built Environment, or Mechanical Engineering · Grade DMM
Desired
Scottish Highers · Mathematics and analytical subjects · Grade A, B, B, B
Desired
Irish Highers · Mathematics and analytical science · Grade H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4
Desired
International Baccalaureate · Mathematics and Science · Grade HL5

Training & development

Earn while you learn. Tuition and qualification fees paid by Stantec. Gain Level 6 BEng Civil Engineering degree in conjunction with training providers. Options include Coventry University (block release) or Leeds Beckett University (day release). Four days per week working from office.

Company benefits

Competitive salary. Holiday buy and sell. Private medical insurance. Group income protection. Life assurance. Permanent employment contract. Professional progression plan supporting progression to chartered status. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Early Careers peer group and Employee Resource Group network.

About Stantec

Stantec is a community of more than 34,000 employees working in over 450 locations across 6 continents. Working in the UK for over 150 years, they plan, design, deliver and manage development and infrastructure needed to support sustainable, healthy and prosperous communities. They provide solutions translating clients' vision into deliverable plans and efficient designs based on technical excellence and market insights.
Website
www.stantec.com
Contact email
careers.UK@stantec.com
If this one works out

This role is in Manchester. If you'd be moving for it, a room in a shared house there typically runs £550–£800 a month.

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