Site Engineer Apprenticeship, Preston

You’ll begin your journey on one of our construction sites, gaining experience and training within the Site Engineering teams. You will shadow a Site Engineer, learning about setting out control, quality control, temporary works, lifting operations, safety management and project delivery.

Within the Site team, you will provide assistance in the following areas:

• Assisting the Site Engineering team in setting out and dimensional control, equipment management and calibration, weekly and monthly instrument checks, etc.
• Assist/ be aware in maintaining the drawing register.
• Assist/ be aware in as‑built survey records and drawings.
• Be aware of the importance of Temporary Works and lifting operations.
• Carry out inspection and test check sheets (pre‑concrete slump test, concrete cube tests, etc.).
• Carry out material delivery check inspections.
• Prepare permits to break ground, approved by senior members of the Site Engineering team.
• Raise and promote a positive health and safety culture.
• Be aware of safe systems of work, RAMS and COSHH assessments.
• Be aware of short‑term lookahead programmes.
• Be aware of material take‑off.
• Complete site diaries and records.

Our Apprentice Programme is shaped to enable you to succeed in a hands‑on supportive environment while giving you exposure to everything you need to start your career on a successful path.

You can expect:

• A committed and structured learning programme, with regular assessments.
• Academic day release for attendance at a local technical college for relevant formal qualification.
• Mentorship dedicated to you to support your career.
• UK‑wide program with opportunities to network with peers.
• Practical, on‑the‑job training within a team of industry experts.
• Level 6 Civil Engineer Apprenticeship.

• A competitive starting salary.
• 6 monthly salary increases, rewarding your commitment to development and training.
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy).
• Some flexibility with hybrid working.
• Competitive and flexible contribution pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance.
• Gym memberships.
• Technology salary sacrifice scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Scheme – free mental health support, financial advice.
• Sports and Social club membership.

• GCSEs for English, Mathematics and Sciences at grade 4 or above.
• A Levels in Maths and/or a related subject.
• Eligibility to work in the UK.
• Ability to travel to the office and sites; some sites are difficult to access via public transport.
• A driving licence would be preferred.
• Flexibility to spend time in other offices and sites.
• Great communication skills (written and verbal).
• Self‑motivated, team player, and a positive attitude.