Apprentice Technician - Civil Engineering Senior Technician L4

Summary

Kickstart your career in Civil Engineering as an Apprentice Technician, creating 2D drawings and 3D models for exciting new build and refurbishment projects. You will gain hands on experience with Autodesk software, work with industry professionals, and develop skills in design, coordination, and project delivery.

Wage

£15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

Salary will start at the National Apprenticeship rate and may be increased depending on the candidate’s skills and experience.

Training course

Civil engineering senior technician (level 4)

Hours

Monday-Friday - 09:00-17:30.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

3 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Duties will include but not limited to:

• Produce accurate Civil Engineering drawings for a variety of buildings and site developments using Revit and Civil 3D
• Convert architectural layouts and design concepts into detailed Civil Engineering drawings
• Work collaboratively with CAD technicians, engineers and the wider design team to deliver project information within agreed deadlines
• Integrate Civil Engineering models with architectural, structural and M&E designs
• Review drawings from other disciplines and report discrepancies or required revisions to the Engineer
• Coordinate with other teams to ensure completeness, accuracy and quality of project drawings
• Assist in organising and issuing Civil Engineering drawings and related information

Where you'll work

Bloc
17 Marble St
Manchester
M2 3AW

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

SALFORD CITY COLLEGE

Training course

Civil engineering senior technician (level 4)

What you'll learn

Course contents

• Apply engineering principles, using relevant scientific, theoretical and technical know-how to solve well-defined civil engineering problems
• Apply civil engineering techniques, procedures and methods, and review the results, when measuring and testing, designing, installing, commissioning, maintaining or operating civil engineering systems
• Employ a range of advanced mathematical, statistical and data interpretation tools, using analytical and computational methods to interpret and solve civil engineering problems
• Interpret and compare performance information to choose compliant materials, components or parts
• Select and use technical literature and other sources of information and data to address well-defined civil engineering problems
• Produce and interpret civil engineering technical drawings, designs, and models, using analytical and computer-based software packages, recognising the limitations of the software used
• Produce civil engineering technical solutions in accordance with relevant industry standards, procedures, codes of practice, regulations, and legislation
• Comply with, and encourage others to demonstrate, statutory health, safety and welfare policies, procedures and regulation
• Complete risk assessments to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks
• Apply principles of sustainable development, and assess the impact of these in their work
• Employ project management techniques, measuring and recording progress against civil engineering project plans
• Assess and report on quality using appropriate management and assurance systems and continuous improvement processes
• Identify and use resources, equipment and technology to meet project requirements, including specifications, budget and timescales
• Monitor and manage individual performance, and supervise others, recognising the need to comply with appropriate codes of practice and equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI) requirements
• Communicate using appropriate methods for the audience, using appropriate engineering terminology and conventions
• Apply ethical principles to civil engineering projects, including the secure use of data and information
• Plan, undertake and review their own professional competence, updating and reviewing their CPD to improve performance
• Apply engineering principles, using relevant scientific, theoretical and technical know-how to solve well-defined civil engineering problems
• Apply civil engineering techniques, procedures and methods, and review the results, when measuring and testing, designing, installing, commissioning, maintaining or operating civil engineering systems
• Employ a range of advanced mathematical, statistical and data interpretation tools, using analytical and computational methods to interpret and solve civil engineering problems
• Interpret and compare performance information to choose compliant materials, components or parts
• Select and use technical literature and other sources of information and data to address well-defined civil engineering problems
• Produce and interpret civil engineering technical drawings, designs, and models, using analytical and computer-based software packages, recognising the limitations of the software used
• Produce civil engineering technical solutions in accordance with relevant industry standards, procedures, codes of practice, regulations, and legislation
• Comply with, and encourage others to demonstrate, statutory health, safety and welfare policies, procedures and regulation
• Complete risk assessments to identify, evaluate and mitigate risks
• Apply principles of sustainable development, and assess the impact of these in their work
• Employ project management techniques, measuring and recording progress against civil engineering project plans
• Assess and report on quality using appropriate management and assurance systems and continuous improvement processes
• Identify and use resources, equipment and technology to meet project requirements, including specifications, budget and timescales
• Monitor and manage individual performance, and supervise others, recognising the need to comply with appropriate codes of practice and equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI) requirements
• Communicate using appropriate methods for the audience, using appropriate engineering terminology and conventions
• Apply ethical principles to civil engineering projects, including the secure use of data and information
• Plan, undertake and review their own professional competence, updating and reviewing their CPD to improve performance

Training schedule

Training will take place both in the workplace and at college. You will attend Future Skills College one day per week for your formal training.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (grade A*-C/9-4)

Other in:

Apprenticeship or T Level in Construction (grade Pass)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Punctual & Present
• Focused & Reliable
• Sociable
• Keen to Learn

Other requirements

• Level 3 Qualifications Considered:T- Level in Construction subjects or Level 3 apprenticeship in Construction
• Substantial Work experience in the sector will be considered
• Strong interest in Civil Engineering and in technology & computing would be preferable