Degree Apprentice Civil Engineer - Water - Brighton (2026)

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Application Deadline: Recruitment is ongoing. Please apply as soon as possible as the advert may close once we have sufficient applicants.

Your role: We have an opportunity for a Degree Apprentice (Level 6) Civil Engineer to join our Apprentice Programme in our Civil Engineering team based in Brighton. Join Stantec's award-winning Water division and kick-start your career where innovation meets world-class infrastructure. We're not just moving water; we're designing critical, sustainable solutions for climate resilience, net zero targets, and ensuring millions of people have access to clean, safe water. This is your chance to gain an invaluable qualification and make a real, tangible impact from day one. You will be joining a diverse and highly skilled team of Water Engineers and Modellers who are solving some of the industry's toughest challenges. This role is a true blend of technical learning and real-world delivery.

You will learn to:

• Dive into the hands-on world of Civil Engineering design.
• Produce 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.
• Master powerful industry software such as Computer Aided Design (CAD), especially AutoCAD Civil 3D, and GIS (Geographic Information Systems) to accurately map, model, and visualise solutions.
• Contribute to innovative and sustainable solutions—from concept to delivery—that reduce our environmental impact and future-proof our water supplies.
• Assist Senior Engineers across the entire project lifecycle, working closely with multidisciplinary experts, including Mechanical and Electrical Engineers.

Our apprenticeships allow you to learn whilst you earn as you study for an academic qualification. You'll get the chance to expand your knowledge by attending either Coventry University on block release, or Brighton University on day release, gaining a Level 6 degree in Civil Engineering.

About you: For our apprenticeships no previous experience is required. If you are self-motivated, proactive, and eager to start a career in engineering, this could be the role for you.

Qualifications: For our Level 6 apprenticeship you will need either:

• 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.
• UCAS tariff points: 112 points minimum.
• A level: BBC, including mathematics at grade B or above and one other analytical subject (also with a grade B).
• BTEC (Level 3) Extended Diploma: DDM (Entry to Coventry University); must include a Merit or above in Maths and Further Mathematics in Construction Units.
• Scottish Highers: 4 SQA Higher - A, B, B, B (to include Mathematics).
• Irish Leaving Certificate: (Highers) H3, H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 (at least H3 for Maths and one other Analytical Science).
• 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.
• Other equivalent qualifications may be considered.

We also look for someone who is:

• An Adapter - You're able to remain calm in new and changing situations, comfortably switching between a variety of dynamic and exciting tasks.
• A Perseverer - You stay composed in the face of setbacks, approaching challenges with confidence and determination.
• A Collaborator - You work effectively with lots of different people, considering others' perspectives to shape better outcomes.
• A Problem-Solver - You love to give your thoughts based on what you see, being unafraid to challenge conventional thinking.

Please note, we ask our Apprentices to come into the office 4 days per week, to ensure that colleagues are able to provide the appropriate level of support.

What we can offer you:

• A competitive salary.
• Private medical insurance.
• 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.
• Professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with a relevant professional body.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network.

Applicants must have an unconditional right to live and work in the UK for an indefinite period without limitation.

We look forward to receiving your application.