Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer - Water - Brighton (2026)

Overview

Apprentice Civil Engineer (Water) in Brighton: earn while studying for Level 6 degree, work on water projects.

Key Responsibilities

• sustainable design
• flood mitigation
• nature solutions
• technical modeling
• detailed drawings
• team collaboration

Tasks

-Contribute to innovative and sustainable solutions—from concept to delivery—that reduce our environmental impact and future-proof our water supplies. This could involve pioneering flood risk reduction schemes or assisting with Nature-based Solutions. -You’ll assist Senior Engineers across the entire project lifecycle, working closely with multidisciplinary experts, including Mechanical and Electrical Engineers, to ensure that we are always delivering the most innovative and efficient solution for our clients. -Dive into the hands-on world of Civil Engineering design. You’ll be producing detailed drawings and technical models for crucial infrastructure projects, including state-of-the-art clean and wastewater treatment works, high-capacity pumping stations, and resilient pipeline networks.

Requirements

• autocad
• gis
• a-level
• btec
• ib
• collaboration

What You Bring

-A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others’ perspectives to shape better outcomes. -A level: BBC, including mathematics at grade B or above and one other analytical subject (also with a grade B) -Irish Leaving Certificate: (Highers) H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 (at least H3 for Maths and one other Analytical Science) -An Adapter - You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks. -BTEC (Level 3) Extended Diploma: DDM (Entry to Coventry University); must include a Merit or above in Maths and Further Mathematics in Construction Units. -GCSEs: At least 5 GCSEs with a grade of 5 or 6 (B) or above in Maths and English Language. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths are also accepted. You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below: -UCAS tariff points: 112 points minimum. -International Baccalaureate: 32 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. -You'll be trained to master powerful industry software such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), especially AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS (Geographic Information Systems) to accurately map, model, and visualize solutions. -Scottish Highers: 4 SQA Higher - A, B, B, B (to include Mathematics)

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

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.

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