Paul Basham Associates are passionate about developing the next generation of engineers. As an award-winning Civil Engineering & Transport Planning consultancy, we're offering an exciting opportunity for Apprentice Civil Engineers to join our team and gain hands‑on experience while completing a Level 6 Civil Engineering Apprenticeship.
Annual wage: Competitive
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Training course: Civil engineer (level 6)
Hours
Monday - Friday. Hours to be confirmed.
37.5 hours a week
Possible start date: Wednesday 01 September 2027
Duration: 6 Years
Positions available: 3
Work
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands‑on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you'll do at work
As an Apprentice Civil Engineer, you will become an integral part of our Civil Engineering team, supporting the design and delivery of a variety of projects while developing the technical knowledge and professional skills needed for a successful engineering career.
- Assist with the design of drainage systems, highways and development infrastructure.
- Support the delivery of Section 278 and Section 38 highway schemes.
- Work closely with developers, architects, local authorities and other project stakeholders.
- Gain experience using industry-standard design software including AutoCAD, Infodrainage and Site 3D.
- Shadow senior engineers and receive ongoing mentoring and professional development support.
- Contribute to project work across residential, commercial, education and mixed‑use developments.
- Develop an understanding of engineering design principles, project management and industry best practice.
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
UNIVERSITY OF PORTSMOUTH
Your training course
Civil engineer (level 6)
Your training plan
- You will have the opportunity to work towards a Level 6 qualification in Civil Engineering with ongoing support and on the job training with a friendly and enthusiastic team, keen to get you involved from the outset
- You will be based within the office for 4 days per week. The remaining 1 day will be spent at University on day release
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade Grade 4 or equivalent)
- Maths (grade Grade 4 or equivalent)
- Relevant subject, i.e. Engineering, Maths, Physics (grade BBB-BBC)
- Relevant subject, i.e. Engineering, Maths, Physics (grade Merit)
- Relevant subject, i.e. Engineering, Maths, Physics (grade DDM-MMM)
- Relevant subject, i.e. Engineering, Maths, Physics (grade 112-120 points)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Patience
- Proactivity
- Professionalism
- Time management skills
- Understanding of Engineering
Other requirements
You must have the permanent right to work in the UK. Unfortunately we are not able to provide Visa Sponsorship for this role.
About this company
Paul Basham Associates are a multi-disciplinary Transport Planning, Travel Planning, Civil Engineering, and Highway Engineering Consultancy, combining a personal approach with a keen commercial awareness and an in-depth knowledge of current policy, practice and legislation. Our staff have a wealth of experience of working with both the public and private sectors, from development feasibility through to detailed highway design. Our clients include landowners, developers, house builders, local planning and highway authorities, and housing associations.
https://paulbashamassociates.com/ (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
You'll benefit from:
- Structured training and mentoring from experienced engineers.
- Exposure to a wide variety of challenging and rewarding projects.
- Clear career progression opportunities.
- Support towards professional development and industry qualifications.
- A collaborative and supportive team environment.
- The opportunity to make a real impact on projects that help shape communities and infrastructure across the UK.
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You'll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
After this apprenticeship
- You will be a full‑time, permanent employee from day one, with day release to university.
- During your apprenticeship, we will support your career progression and provide mentorship in order for you to complete your degree.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
PAUL BASHAM ASSOCIATES LTD
Hannah Searle
[email protected]
01329 711000
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000060574.
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