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Civil Engineering Apprentice - GCA Consulting

GCA (UK) LTD · UNIVERSITY OF DERBY
Location
Derby
Postcode
DE1 3EE
Salary
£15,600 a year
Duration
5 Years
Hours per week
37.5h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Civil engineer (level 6)
Start date
1 September 2027
Application deadline
28 February 2027
Posted
25 September 2026
Vacancy reference
2000055651

About the role

Apprentice duties will include assisting engineers with the design of highways, drainage and infrastructure projects. Typically, this will involve:

  • Preparing engineering drawings, calculations and technical reports using industry software
  • Attending site visits and surveys to support project delivery and gain practical experience
  • Working with project teams to develop engineering solutions and meet client requirements
  • Building knowledge and skills through day release study and workplace mentoring

Working week

Monday- Friday 9am- 5.30pm

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiative

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 4
Essential
GCSE · Physics · Grade 4

Training & development

The apprentice will receive structured on-the-job training from experienced civil engineers, gaining practical experience in design, project delivery and site activities. Regular mentoring, technical training and supervised project work will support their development alongside their degree apprenticeship studies, helping them build the knowledge and skills required for a successful career in civil engineering.

Future prospects
  • Progression opportunities would be for the student to stay on as a Graduate Engineer

Company benefits

AXA Healthcare and cash back plan, family and work socials, profit share

About GCA (UK) LTD

At GCA, we operate across three offices in Derby, Leicester and Warwick, working collaboratively as one team to deliver a diverse range of projects. Our portfolio spans everything from small-scale residential developments to large commercial schemes, as well as historic and conservation projects. With such a broad variety of work and a wealth of expertise across the business, GCA offers extensive experience, knowledge and support, enabling us to provide innovative and practical engineering solutions for every project we undertake.