Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 6 Civil Engineering Apprenticeship with AECOM's Highways and Streets team.
- Gain practical experience in highway and traffic engineering design, using industry-standard software.
- Requires minimum 5 GCSEs (including Maths & English) and 3 A-Levels (including Maths & Science) for the Degree Apprenticeship.
- Based in the St. Albans office with hybrid work options.
- Must have permanent right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not provided.
About the Role
AECOM's Highways and Streets team designs and develops sustainable, efficient, and inclusive infrastructure. They work on projects across the UK and Ireland, supporting local authorities and National Highways with road infrastructure development and improvement. Projects cover the full lifecycle, from feasibility to detailed design and construction, including major road schemes, junction improvements, highway upgrades, and active travel infrastructure. The team also supports energy and aviation projects.
As a Civil Engineering Apprentice, you will gain hands-on experience, structured academic study, and professional development. You will develop technical skills and knowledge while working towards professional qualifications.
Role Overview
Based in the St. Albans office, you will support experienced engineers and designers on highway and traffic engineering projects. You will gain practical experience across project development stages, learning technical design principles and engineering standards. You will use industry-standard design tools like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and BIM software.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing design drawings, plans, and technical documentation using CAD and design software.
- Support the development and delivery of highway and traffic engineering schemes.
- Assist with the design of roads, junctions, pedestrian and cycle infrastructure.
- Prepare highway layouts according to design standards.
- Assist with site visits, surveys, and data collection.
- Analyse technical information and survey data.
- Contribute to technical reports, calculations, and specifications.
- Support the use of digital engineering, CAD, Civil 3D, and BIM tools.
- Maintain project records and assist with administration.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
- Develop an understanding of highway design standards, legislation, and health and safety.
- Participate in training and professional development.
Qualifications
This role is for school leavers interested in highway and civil engineering with:
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English.
- Three A-Levels (or equivalent, such as BTEC Level 3 in Civil Engineering), including Mathematics and physical science at Grade C or above, where required for the Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship.
- Genuine interest in highway engineering, civil engineering, and transport infrastructure design.
- Aptitude for technical drawing, engineering design, and computer-based applications (e.g., AutoCAD, 3D modelling).
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong analytical and numerical skills.
- Good attention to detail, organisation, and time-management skills.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
- Willingness to learn and adapt.
- Creative, practical, and solutions-focused approach.
- Commitment to continuous learning.
Additional Information
- Apply early as CVs will be reviewed and candidates selected for an advanced offer start.
- Include a covering letter and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades.
- You must have permanent right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not offered.
- Day 1 onboarding is required at an AECOM office location.