Civil Engineering Technician Apprentice - Buildings

Ramboll invite you to apply for a Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship where you will learn how to draw, 3D model and design Civil Engineering works such as drainage, pavement design and other external works across a wide range of buildings projects throughout the UK and beyond. You will be provided full support to achieve a Level 3 qualification which aims to create a solid foundation for a successful and satisfying career.

The Apprenticeship Programme Duration, Cost and Qualifications

The duration of the academic course is 36 months and will likely be provided by Cambridge Regional College. You would typically work for 4 days a week within your job delivery role and study would be 1 day a week via online tutor led sessions with a cohort of up to 16 other apprentices. You will be required to complete an End Point Assessment where you will need to demonstrate that during the apprenticeship you have learnt the required knowledge, skills and behaviours. The cost of the Apprenticeship is paid by Ramboll through the Apprenticeship Levy.

The apprenticeship would lead to the following qualifications:

• Level 3 Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship - Awarding Body: ICE
• Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Civil Engineering - Awarding Body: Pearson
• Functional Skills English and maths (if required)

You will join our Buildings department. As our new Civil Engineering Apprentice, you will join our Birmingham, Manchester, Cambridge or Southampton offices. You will be working with a close knit and supportive team of experts, who pride themselves on working towards a common goal of providing you with the best experience and training available. You will have your own line manager and mentor, both of which are/have been apprentices and therefore have first hand knowledge of the route and mechanisms involved in your training.

Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:

• Working on Small, Medium and Large projects, producing 3D models, visualisations, drawings and schedules that describe how to build our award-winning designs under the leadership of the discipline manager.
• You will learn to use an extensive suite of cutting-edge CAD applications.
• You will be working alongside the rest of the Buildings team, and teams of all disciplines nationally and internationally across the Ramboll Group to deliver our projects.
• Promote the Ramboll brand, its core values and our strategy as The Partner for Sustainable Change.
• Apply and promote policies relating to health and safety, quality and the Environment.

Your starting point for constant growth

From the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:

• Typically have at least 5 GCSEs at Grades 9-4 (A*-C) including Maths Grade 6 (B), English and Science or their equivalent.
• A keen interest in the Built Environment.
• Ability to proactively manage a diverse workload with differing timelines/priorities.
• Capable of working as part of a team and, as your experience grows, more independently.
• Strong technology skills.

For insurance liability purposes, successful candidates will need to evidence that they are a minimum of 18 years of age on the day of appointment.

Benefits you will enjoy:

• Hybrid & Flexible Working.
• 27 days holiday per year + 8 days bank holiday.
• Professional subscription + support on becoming chartered or incorporated with an approved professional institution.
• Matched contributions pension scheme.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• A great list of flexible benefits you can choose from including discounted taste card subscription, cycle to work scheme, gym flex and many more!

Selection Process:

We aim to respond to your application shortly after the deadline by the latest. We will look to hold an assessment for the role in March 2025.

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the United Kingdom and Ireland has a proven track record of sustainable and responsible business and is a top ten engineering and environmental and sustainability consultancy in the UK, with more than 1,500 employees across 16 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Environment & Health, and Energy. In 2024, Ramboll was included in the Sunday Times’ list of Best Places to Work.

How to apply

Apply online. Attach your CV and Cover Letter. In a separate document, please address the following question: In no more than 500 words, tell us why you are interested to work in Civil Engineering and study for a Technician Apprenticeship.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Equality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. As a company, Ramboll recognises the importance of having a good work/life balance, both in terms of individual well-being and its positive impact with respect to the engagement and retention of our employees. We aim to support all employees to achieve a work/life balance which enables them to work in a supported manner while having the time to achieve personal aspects of their life outside of work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics.

As a Disability Confident Committed employer, Ramboll ensures opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at job.advert.accessibility@ramboll.com with such requests.

Please note that incomplete applications will not be considered. Based on the volume of applications received we reserve the right to close applications early. We look forward to receiving your application.

Deadline for applications: 5th March 2025. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.