Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer - Water - Newcastle (2026)

Stantec

The Role

Overview

Level 6 civil engineering apprenticeship in water infrastructure

Requirements

  • a‑level
  • btec
  • gcses
  • ib
  • collaboration
  • adaptability

What You Bring

-A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes. -A level: BBC, including M athematics at grade B or above and one other analytical subject (also g rade B or above ). Analytical subjects can include; physics, biology/human biology, chemistry, computer science, further mathematics and design and technology (excludes general studies). -UCAS tariff points: 112 p oints minimum. -BTEC (Level 3) Extended Diploma: D MM. This must include a Merit or above in Math ematics and Further Mathematics in Construction Units . Accepted courses: Civil Engineering, Aerospace, Construction and the Built Environment and Mechanical Engineering. -GCSEs : At least 5 GCSEs with a grade of 5 or 6 (B) or above in Mathematics and English Language. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths are also accepted. -Irish Leaving Certificate: (Highers) H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 (at least H3 for Mat hematics and one other Analytical Science) -Scottish Highers: 4 SQA Higher - A, B, B, B (to include Mathematics) -International Baccalaureate: 3 2 points /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. -An Adapter - You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.

Benefits

-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 ) -Professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with a relevant professional body -A competitive salary -A range of benefits, including holiday buy and sell, group income protection and life assurance -Private medical insurance -Permanent employment contract to demonstrate our commitment to your long-term career at Stantec

The Company

About Stantec

-Began as a one-person environmental engineering practice and has grown through strategic geographic and service expansion. -Publicly listed on the NYSE and TSX, Stantec has completed major acquisitions to bolster expertise and strengthen global infrastructure portfolio. -Headquartered in the iconic Stantec Tower in Edmonton, the company has delivered landmark projects like the Panama Canal Expansion and high-profile community developments. -Leverages interdisciplinary teams of designers, engineers, scientists, and project managers. -Typical projects span urban planning, civil infrastructure, water management, environmental assessment, energy delivery, and architectural design, serving public and private sectors. -Blends technical prowess with visionary design in bold ventures such as designing its own mixed-use tower and leading multi-nation infrastructure projects.

Sector Specialisms

Industrial

Energy

Infrastructure

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Transport

Utilities

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Government

Manufacturing

Environment