Trainee Civil Engineer - Degree apprenticeship 2026 - Devonport

As a Civil Engineering Apprentice, you will work with an experienced team of Engineers, who will support you.Civil Engineers are the construction professionals who make up our site supervisory and management team. Our Civil Engineering Apprentices work predominantly on site, turning designs into reality. Your day to day will include: 

Project Support

Collaborating with experienced engineers on the design, planning and execution of civil engineering projects Communicating effectively at all levels Assist with planning and coordination of site activities Maintaining good working relationships with client, designer, supply chain and others

Technical Development

Gain hands-on experience with engineering tools and processes Learn how to use specialist setting out equipment

Problem Solving

Learn how to overcome challenges on live projects Drive quality through effective planning and right first time delivery

On-Site Experience

Be part of real construction projects and work closely with our skilled workforce, applying your learning and knowledge in real world scenarios Maintain diaries of site activity

Safety and Sustainability

Help to ensure that work is carried out safely in line with the company Health and Safety Maintaining high personal standards in Health and Safety Maintaining high standards in environmental awareness and behaviour Monitoring and recording delivery against the agreed programme and construction methods Ensuring that works are accurately and clear set out before work commences

Training:

Our degree programme

The 3 year degree apprenticeship starts at Level 5, where you will work towards an integrated degree apprenticeship (Level 6) and a BEng in civil engineering. You will also work towards incorporated engineer (IEng) status with the institution of civil engineers (ICE)

Our apprenticeship is delivered at Leeds College of Building and attendance is through block release, typically 5 week long blocks spread across the academic year. The rest of the time, you will be working on site, getting involved in delivering exciting civil engineering projects, building your skills and experience. The academic start date for this apprenticeship will be January 2027.

When you're not at college, you will be developing your site experience, learning from industry specialists.

Training Outcome:

At BAM we are committed to investing in your development. Upon completion of our Level 4 apprenticeship, you will recieve a promotion and the opportunity to progress on to our Degree programme. 

After completing the full apprenticeship programme with BAM most of our apprentices have their full Degree, Incorporated membership of the Institute of Civil Engineers and are earning in excess of £30,000 + company car / allowance.

Employer Description:

Building a sustainable tomorrow. That’s our mission and our promise at BAM. It’s how we engineer vital infrastructure and construct high-quality buildings as one of the largest construction companies in Europe.

We strive to create an environment where everybody feels welcome and valued. We’re on an exciting journey to employ the best talent to join us regardless of social background, race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics. 

With around 6,500 employees, we operate in Construction, Civil Engineering, Ground Engineering, Energy, Property Development, Facilities Management, and Site Solutions. Safety is our top priority—always before profit. 

We’re proud to be an award-winning employer to ranked in HigherIns’ Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for three years in a row, Gold Members of The 5% Club for two years, and winners of the Employer Award for Construction Services at the Multicultural Awards 2024 and 2025. 

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday (42.5 hours per week). Working times on site vary, but are typically between 7:30am - 5.30pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical