Apprentice Civil Engineer
Stantec · Scotland · G2 1DY
About the role
Degree Apprentice (Level 6) Civil Engineer - Water β Glasgow π§ π΄σ §σ ’σ ³σ £σ ΄σ Ώ
Application Deadline: Ongoing! Apply ASAP as this may close when we've got our team sorted. π
The Opportunity
Ready to dive into the world of civil engineering? π€© Join our awesome Glasgow Civils Team, a friendly crew of about 20 experts who'll have your back with daily guidance. Plus, you'll be part of our big Scottish civils family, teaming up with colleagues in Glasgow and Edinburgh. Get ready to learn from the best across tons of engineering specialisms! π§
You'll get hands-on experience with epic water projects across Scotland and the rest of the UK. We're talking about major clients like Scottish Water, Yorkshire Water, Northumbrian Water, and Irish Water. π
Our projects are super varied: think storm overflow upgrades, flood defence schemes, checking out infrastructure, working on pumping stations, fluoride projects, bioresources, and all sorts of water and wastewater wizardry. π οΈ You'll also see how civil engineering links up with other cool areas like pipelines, dams, structures, hydraulics, mechanical, and geotechnical engineering. It's a full spectrum experience! β¨
Throughout your apprenticeship, we'll fuel your technical skills and confidence with real project work, awesome mentors, and learning opportunities in stuff like geotechnical engineering, storm overflows, sustainability, buildability, and pipelines. π±
Key Responsibilities:
- Be a key player supporting project teams on AMP8 and DV4 water frameworks.
- Discover how civil engineering powers up water supplies, wastewater networks, and treatment facilities. π§
- Lend a hand on storm overflow, flooding, asset inspection, and water infrastructure projects.
- Team up with colleagues from different engineering backgrounds to see how projects get planned and delivered. π€
- Grow your practical skills and technical smarts, all while being cheered on by experienced engineers. πͺ
At Stantec, we've got a high-energy vibe where fully funded academic study meets real-world project action. You'll snag a Level 6 BEng Civil Engineering degree from our amazing Training Provider(s). We'll chat more about this during recruitment. Potential training providers include:
- University of Strathclyde (day release) π
- Edinburgh Napier (day release) π
To make sure you feel totally supported and connected, you'll spend four days a week working in the office, soaking up the team atmosphere. π’
Key responsibilities
- Support project teams working on AMP8 and DV4 water frameworks.
- Learn how civil engineering helps improve water supplies, wastewater networks and treatment facilities.
- Assist with work across storm overflow, flooding, asset inspection and water infrastructure projects.
- Collaborate with colleagues from different engineering disciplines to understand how projects are planned and delivered.
- Develop practical skills and technical knowledge while being supported by experienced engineers.
Entry requirements
Essential qualifications (About you: Youβre adaptable, resilient, collaborative and curious β you stay calm when things change, keep going when challenges come up, enjoy working with others, value different perspectives and like sharing ideas, asking questions and finding better ways to solve problems. Qualifications: For our Level 6 apprenticeship you will need to achieve a minimum of 112 UCAS points, from one of the following:β― A level: BBC (excluding General Studies). You must have Mathematics at grade B or above and one other analytical science subject at grade B or above. Analytical science subjects can include Physics, Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Further Mathematics and Design and Technology. BTEC (Level 3) Extended Diploma: DMM - this must include a Merit or above in Mathematics and Further Mathematics in Construction Units. Accepted courses: Civil Engineering, Aerospace, Construction and the Built Environment and Mechanical Engineering. Scottish Highers: 4 SQA Higher - A, B, B, B (to include Mathematics, Higher Applications of Mathematics not accepted). Irish Highers: H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 (at least H3 for Mathematics and one other Analytical Science). International Baccalaureate: 32/655. HL5 in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) and HL5 in another Science subject, including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Design Technology, Physics, Environmental Systems and Societies. Other equivalent qualifications may be considered. You must also have: 5 National 5's (or recognised equivalent) with a grade B or above in Mathematics and English Language. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Mathematics are also accepted. 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. What we can offer you: A competitive salary. A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, private medical insurance, 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.)