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Advanced Apprenticeship for Civil Engineers and Quantity Surveyors
Our apprenticeship will give you the opportunity to train as either a Civil Engineer or a Quantity Surveyor. We will tailor the qualification and site placement to your option. Join us as an apprentice and after 2 - 3 years you’ll gain a nationally recognised qualification ready to begin your career in one of the most exciting industries around!

How do I know if it’s right for me?

  • Are you aged between 16 -24?
  • Do you have a minimum of 4 GCSE’s (Grade A* - C) including Maths, English and Science?
  • If you have A Levels as well as the required GSCE’s this programme may still be for you

What qualifications will I study for?

  • BTEC National Certificate in Civil Engineering
  • NVQ Level 3 in Construction Contracting Operations
  • Additional practical training, designed to give you a more detailed understanding of civil engineering.

How does the programme work?

  • The apprenticeship programme is block release, some of the time you will be studying at the College of West Anglia in Kings Lynn and the rest of the time you will be working on site.
  • The college blocks are residential.  When you are at college we will provide you with accommodation and food in addition to your weekly wage.
  • When you are working on site we will try to find you a placement as close to home as possible. Our sites are located throughout the country and may be a distance from your home so be prepared to travel!

How long will I be at college for?

  • The apprenticeship starts late October each year when you will start your first college block.  After 4 months at college you will be ready to start your first site placement.  
  • In your 2nd year on the apprenticeship programme you will attend college in 2 shorter blocks.

Is there anything else that I need to know?

  • The apprenticeship programme won a National Training Award in the South East Region, in October 2009.
  • We have a dedicated apprenticeship team who support apprentices and manage welfare arrangements throughout the training programme.
  • The apprenticeship programme has a strong culture within the Company and we hold regular apprentice forums and social events.

Following successful completion of the Advanced Apprenticeship most apprentices continue on to the Higher National Diploma (HND) and become Trainee Engineers / Trainee Quantity Surveyors.

“The Apprenticeship Programme has a ‘hands on’ style of learning. There is a good mix of practical training and theory as well as block placements out on site. Every day you learn something new - which is what makes the Apprenticeship such a great opportunity. I would highly recommend it to anyone who is considering a career in Civil Engineering.”

Kirsty Horsman - Apprentice
Kirsty Horsman

Application for Apprenticeship – This year’s apprenticeship recruitment has now closed and will reopen in May 2011 for next year’s intake.

If you have any questions or require further information please contact Danielle Massey on
0121 5616574 or danielle.massey@bamnuttall.co.uk

HND in Civil Engineering

Trainee Engineers follow a two year block release programme with time being split between college in Norfolk and working on site.

When you are working on site we will try to find you a placement as close to home as possible. You should expect some travel as our sites are located throughout the country and may be a distance from your home. One of the most interesting things about a career in civil engineering is the opportunity to travel.

To apply for this position, you will have A Levels in Maths and Science or a BTEC National Certificate / Diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction along with one year’s site experience. (For mature candidates other relevant experience or qualifications will be considered.)

Following successful completion of the HND, Trainee Engineers are usually promoted and are able to follow an approved graduate training programme to achieve Technician status of the ICE and then progress to Incorporated Engineer.

“BAM Nuttall has shown a real interest in what I have been doing and in my future career. I would highly recommend this programme to anyone who is considering Civil Engineering as a career choice. Civil Engineering is one of the most varied jobs with so many areas that can be specialised in, and it can take you all over the world!”

Matthew Smith -Trainee Engineer
Kirsty Horsman

Application for Trainee Engineer HND -application for our HND is currently closed.

And it won’t stop there. We will continue to offer personal and professional development throughout your career with us. You could become one of our Project Managers with all the challenges and excitement of running your own £multi-million project!