Degree Apprentice Civil/Structural Engineer

JPG (LEEDS) LIMITED

LEEDS (LS12 6QA)

Closes today at 11:59pm

Posted on 17 February 2025

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Summary

We’re looking for a motivated Apprentice Civil/Structural engineer to join our dynamic team. You’ll work in an office environment 4 days a week, using the latest software to create civil and structural arrangement drawings & details. Alongside hands-on experience, you’ll attend university one day per week to gain a Level 6 qualification.

Wage
£16,500 a year

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Planned annual salary increase. Potential for bonus paid twice per year subject to business performance.

Training course
Civil engineer (level 6)
Hours
Full-time position - 7.5 hours per day - 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 08:30am-5:00pm with one hour's flexibility around the start and finishing times. One hour for lunch.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Possible start date

Monday 1 September

Duration

5 years

Positions available

2

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

  • Produce accurate civil and structural drawings using industry-leading Computer Aided Design (CAD), Revit, and Building information Modelling (BIM) software.
  • Collaborate with engineers and project managers to support design processes.
  • Ensure all drawings meet project specifications and quality standards.
  • Balance on-the-job training with college coursework to build a strong technical foundation.

Where you’ll work

BREMNER HOUSE
5 JOHN CHARLES WAY
LEEDS
LS12 6QA

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY

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

  • Training will be held at Leeds Beckett University.
  • College attendance will be one day per week on a day release basis.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

A Level in:

  • Maths (grade A* to C)
  • Other (grade A* to C)
  • Physical Science (grade A* to C)

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
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Desire to Learn

About this company

JPG excels in providing the highest quality civil and structural engineering consultancy services. We work for clients UK wide and internationally, covering all the major development sectors and working on projects from site acquisition and appraisal through to construction completion. Our dedicated team of engineers and technicians are skilled in all aspects of civil and structural design, combining creativity and environmental innovation with exacting compliance to industry regulation.

http://www.jpg.group (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Company ICE mentorship in place. Private Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage for employees. Simply Health Scheme. Company funded Employee Counselling. 25 Days Holiday Per Year. Speciality Coffee. Regular Team Socials.

After this apprenticeship

After completing a Degree Apprenticeship in Civil/Structural Engineering, there are several career progression routes you can take, depending on your interests and goals. Here’s a typical pathway:

1. Graduate Engineer/Junior Engineer (Post-Apprenticeship Role) 

Once you complete your apprenticeship, you’ll likely move into a full-time role as a Graduate Civil Engineer or Graduate Structural Engineer within the company you trained with or at a new firm. You’ll be given more responsibility on projects, working under the guidance of senior engineers while gaining further practical experience.

2. Professional Accreditation
During or after your apprenticeship, you can work towards professional accreditation with institutions like:

  • ICE (Institution of Civil Engineers).
  • IStructE (Institution of Structural Engineers).

Depending on the degree you earned and your work experience, you can achieve titles such as:

  • Incorporated Engineer (IEng).
  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) – This is a prestigious title that demonstrates a high level of skill and experience and can significantly advance your career.

3. Specialisation
As you gain experience, you may choose to specialise in a particular area, such as:

  • Structural Design (bridges, high-rise buildings, stadiums).
  • Geotechnical Engineering (foundations, earthworks).
  • Transportation Engineering (roads, railways).
  • Water Resources Engineering (dams, flood defences).
  • Sustainability and Environmental Engineering.
  • Specialising can make you highly sought after in niche markets.

4. Senior Engineer/Project Manager
With several years of experience, you could move into more senior roles such as:

  • Senior Civil/Structural Engineer.
  • Project Engineer.
  • Site Manager.
  • Project Manager.

In these roles, you’ll lead larger projects, manage teams, and be responsible for budgets, timelines, and client communications.

5. Further Qualifications and Leadership Roles
You might pursue postgraduate qualifications (like an MSc in a specialised field) or leadership/management courses (e.g., MBA) if you're interested in moving into executive positions.

Potential high-level roles include:

  • Principal Engineer.
  • Technical Director.
  • Engineering Consultant.
  • Operations Manager.
  • Director of Engineering/Partner in an Engineering Firm.

6. Alternative Pathways

Academia or Research: If you enjoy the academic side, you could move into teaching or research, possibly after further study.

Entrepreneurship: Start your own engineering consultancy or contracting firm.

International Opportunities: Civil/structural engineering skills are in demand worldwide, giving you opportunities to work on global projects.

Final Thoughts
Your career progression will depend on your interests, the industry sector you choose (public infrastructure, private construction, consultancy), and how proactive you are in seeking additional qualifications and responsibilities. Continuous professional development (CPD) is crucial in this field, ensuring you stay updated with the latest technologies, regulations, and best practices.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

JPG (LEEDS) LIMITED

Susanne Rook

susanne.rook@jpg.group

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000300973.

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