Degree Civil Engineering Apprentice - Taylor Woodrow – Find an apprenticeship

Summary

You will be involved in varied areas of civil engineering: major earthworks, drainage, structures (under-bridges, over-bridges, viaducts) and energy sector projects. The apprenticeship will include day release to university to gain a degree in civil engineering, professional membership qualifications and on the job training

Wage

£20,800 a year

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Opportunity for pay progression bi-annually Pension scheme with employer contribution. Every day employee discounts

Training course

Civil engineer (level 6)

Hours

Monday to Friday from 8am to 5pm

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 1 September

Duration

5 years

Positions available

2

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Civil Engineers Apprentices provide support to Civil Engineers who design, build and manage construction projects with our design teams. Some of the activities could be:

Assist in the control of sites to ensure work is conducted safely, effectively and to the correct quality and standards.
Understand and integrate design information to ensure it is fit for purpose
Assist and contribute to planning and setting up of work sites.
Assist in the monitoring and control of contract works and understand how to implement corrective action when required.
Assist in preparation of material requirements, prepare orders, monitor supply and maintain records.

Where you’ll work

Bulls Lodge Quarry
Generals Lane
Boreham
Chelmsford
CM3 3HR

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

Your training course

Civil engineer (level 6)

Equal to degree

Course contents

Apply engineering principles to solve engineering problems: scientific, theoretical and technical principles.
Apply civil engineering techniques, procedures and methods, and review and evaluate the results, including measuring and testing, designing, installing, commissioning, constructing, maintaining or operating civil engineering components and systems; consider how continuous improvement can contribute to improved performance.
Employ mathematical, statistical and data interpretation tools, using analytical and computational methods, and apply an integrated or systems-based approach.
Identify, interpret and compare information to select materials, components or parts used in civil engineering.
Research, collect, select and evaluate technical literature and other sources of data and information to address, analyse and evaluate civil engineering problems.
Produce civil engineering technical solutions in accordance with relevant industry standards, policies, codes of practice, regulations, and legislation.
Select and apply computational and analytical techniques to model civil engineering problems, recognising the limitations of the techniques employed.
Contribute to the design, development and implementation of civil engineering solutions, and evaluate their effectiveness in the context of the whole project life cycle.
Manage and comply with statutory health, safety and welfare policies, procedures and regulation, and contribute to improvements in health, safety and welfare, within their own area of responsibility.
Complete risk assessments to identify, evaluate, manage and mitigate risks.
Apply principles of sustainable development and evaluate their effectiveness on the whole project lifecycle of civil engineering solutions.
Manage engineering activities that contribute to sustainable development and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs).
Apply project management techniques, identifying, measuring, recording and reporting progress against civil engineering project performance criteria.
Manage quality processes and contribute to quality improvements.
Plans and manages resources, equipment and technology, to meet project requirements, specifications, costs and budgets and timescales, with an appreciation of statutory and commercial arrangements.
Monitor and manage individual performance, and the input of others, recognising the need to adapt to, and communicate, changing demands.
Comply with appropriate codes of practice and equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) requirements.
Communicate in verbal and written contexts using appropriate methods for the audience. Use appropriate engineering terminology and conventions.
Apply teamwork and collaboration principles.
Apply ethical principles, identifying and analysing ethical concerns and making reasoned ethical choices.
Plan, undertake and review their own professional competence, regularly updating, recording and reviewing their continuing professional development (CPD).
Apply engineering principles to solve engineering problems: scientific, theoretical and technical principles.
Apply civil engineering techniques, procedures and methods, and review and evaluate the results, including measuring and testing, designing, installing, commissioning, constructing, maintaining or operating civil engineering components and systems; consider how continuous improvement can contribute to improved performance.
Employ mathematical, statistical and data interpretation tools, using analytical and computational methods, and apply an integrated or systems-based approach.
Identify, interpret and compare information to select materials, components or parts used in civil engineering.
Research, collect, select and evaluate technical literature and other sources of data and information to address, analyse and evaluate civil engineering problems.
Produce civil engineering technical solutions in accordance with relevant industry standards, policies, codes of practice, regulations, and legislation.
Select and apply computational and analytical techniques to model civil engineering problems, recognising the limitations of the techniques employed.
Contribute to the design, development and implementation of civil engineering solutions, and evaluate their effectiveness in the context of the whole project life cycle.
Manage and comply with statutory health, safety and welfare policies, procedures and regulation, and contribute to improvements in health, safety and welfare, within their own area of responsibility.
Complete risk assessments to identify, evaluate, manage and mitigate risks.
Apply principles of sustainable development and evaluate their effectiveness on the whole project lifecycle of civil engineering solutions.
Manage engineering activities that contribute to sustainable development and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs).
Apply project management techniques, identifying, measuring, recording and reporting progress against civil engineering project performance criteria.
Manage quality processes and contribute to quality improvements.
Plans and manages resources, equipment and technology, to meet project requirements, specifications, costs and budgets and timescales, with an appreciation of statutory and commercial arrangements.
Monitor and manage individual performance, and the input of others, recognising the need to adapt to, and communicate, changing demands.
Comply with appropriate codes of practice and equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) requirements.
Communicate in verbal and written contexts using appropriate methods for the audience. Use appropriate engineering terminology and conventions.
Apply teamwork and collaboration principles.
Apply ethical principles, identifying and analysing ethical concerns and making reasoned ethical choices.
Plan, undertake and review their own professional competence, regularly updating, recording and reviewing their continuing professional development (CPD).

Your training plan

Level 6 Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship
BSc Civil Engineering

Block Release at Exeter University

More training information

Accomdoation will be organised for you when attending University

Requirements

Essential qualifications

A Level in:

Maths (grade 7 or above)

T Level in:

Relevant Discipline (grade Distinction)

BTEC in:

BTEC Extended Diploma (grade DDM)

Other in:

A Levels (104 to 120 UCAS) (grade BCC to BBB)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative

Other requirements

You will be based on a construction site and PPE use will be required for site visits.

About this company

Whether we are delivering small scale improvements or a major project, Taylor Woodrow’s success is founded on the teams that we build, the relationships we develop and the engineering solutions that we provide. We have a strong regional presence across the UK, where local people bring local solutions across a range of infrastructure and civil engineering projects as part of long-term frameworks. This is complimented by our ability to deliver major infrastructure projects requiring complex engineering solutions. Our projects support the UK’s energy transition, deliver improvements to the highways network and enhance rail infrastructure. The strategic infrastructure that we construct are the building blocks for growth and this includes a role in delivering the UK’s low carbon transport future through High Speed 2. We operate across all stages of the project lifecycle, with our Engineering Services team supporting clients through the development and design phase of infrastructure projects to foster the right solutions. Sustainability is at the heart of our approach and we are committed to respecting and protecting the environment in everything that we do. Taking the time to understand and make a positive difference to each community that we work within is an integral part of our work to ensure that our projects leave a lasting legacy. Taylor Woodrow is committed to creating a working environment that is inclusive and diverse.

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Company benefits

26 days holiday + 8 days bank holidays. 2 days paid volunteering. Training courses programme and Mentor Support. Training Scheme to works towards Professional Accreditation - ICE

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Taylor Woodrow Apprenticeship Scheme has been designed kick start your journey towards becoming an industry expert. You will get hands on experience and tailored training to support you every step of the way.

You will be enrolled to our bespoke Engineering Development Scheme programme, which will support your progression towards becoming a Site Engineer.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

UNIVERSITY OF EXETER

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000300812.

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Company’s application instructions

Short List of CVs and interview at the project office. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Please let us know of any adjustments you may require for interview.

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