Degree Apprentice Civil/Structural Engineer

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 (degree) (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

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

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

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

LEEDS BECKETT UNIVERSITY

Your training course

Civil engineer (degree) (level 6)

Equal to degree

Course contents

Evaluate the impact of civil engineering infrastructure on society and the environment taking account of business, client and end user needs in its construction, management and use. Examples include: the ability to use the CEEQUAL toolkit, carry out environmental impact assessments, designing and constructing the built infrastructure to ensure that it is safe, usable, appropriate and cost effective
Proactively consider welfare, health, safety and sustainability in the life cycle of civil engineering infrastructure using tools such as CEEQUAL and environmental impact assessments
Apply mathematical, scientific and engineering principles, methods and modelling to the design and construction of civil engineering infrastructure. Examples include: the design, construction and maintenance of buildings, transportation systems, water and wastewater networks, foundations and temporary works, understanding slope stability, retaining walls, ground water movement, coastal works, elastic/plastic and failure behaviour of materials such as concrete, steel, asphalt and timber, behaviour of structural elements such as beams, land surveying
Use and validate digital solutions and data gathering tools to model, evaluate, design, test, build, and manage civil engineering infrastructure defining engineering and other constraints, identifying risks and how these may be resolved through design. Examples include: ability to use building information modelling, structural engineering design and analysis, computational fluid dynamics and geospatial information systems software
Develop innovative, safe, technical solutions to civil engineering problems through the use of research techniques, market intelligence and best practice. Examples include: ability to use of range of research methods to collect and analyses data to draw well-founded practical conclusions for implementation, applicable research strategy and methodology, literature searches
Interpret and apply design and quality standards including codes of practice, legal and regulatory frameworks, in the development of civil engineering solutions, the determination of construction methods and the technical aspects of site activities. Examples include: planning, designing, construction and maintenance of buildings and infrastructure in compliance with current codes, standards and legislation, industry regulations, the use of Risk Assessment Method Statements
Manage and apply safe systems of work including taking responsibility for own obligations for health, safety and welfare issues, assessing and controlling risk, working with health, safety and welfare legislation and best practice. Examples include: recognise the health and safety aspects of civil and infrastructural projects as well as assess associated risks and identify appropriate safety measures in site work and for undertaking construction works. Apply the principles of civil engineering and construction business risk management
Manage the planning, budgeting and organisation of tasks, people and resources through the use of appropriate management systems, working to agreed quality standards, project programme and budget, within legal, contractual and statutory requirements
Manage teams and develop staff to meet changing technical and managerial needs
Communicate effectively and provide guidance to others through design models, calculations, reports, drawings, specifications, presentations, digital media and discussions with those both inside and outside the industry
Carry out and record the continuing professional development necessary to maintain and enhance knowledge and competence as a civil engineer

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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