Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship; Level 6

Overview

Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (Level
6) – UK. Role location:
United Kingdom.

Start date:

September 2026. Site-based role with block release study at Warwick University.

Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that delivers infrastructure across the UK, Ireland and North America. Murphy employs more than 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives. We operate in sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources, with related businesses in Ground Engineering;
Utility Connections;
Murphy Plant;
Murphy Process Engineering;
Pipeline Testing Services;
Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services.

Murphy is recruiting the next generation of civil engineers. We aim to appoint highly motivated degree apprentices with strong aspirations to pursue an engineering career within a leading UK civil engineering and construction organisation. The programme covers a wide range of activities such as tunnelling, rail projects, heavy civils, drainage works, bridge repair and replacements.

The degree apprenticeship offers the chance to secure a university degree debt-free while gaining on-the-job experience. Tuition fees for the degree are paid by Murphy, and you’ll earn a competitive apprenticeship salary.

As an apprentice civil engineer you will learn to be responsible for the daily control, management, and coordination of construction activities on site to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget and to safety, environmental and quality standards. Responsibilities increase as you develop. You will be supported by an apprenticeship mentor and university tutor.

Placement will be on one of Murphy’s UK construction sites and you will be involved in the following activities:

• Dimensional control of site works
• Understanding engineering requirements of a project
• Planning of site activities
• Reading site documents: site drawings, specifications, standards
• Working with project engineers and construction managers to develop construction strategies and sequences
• Assisting with quality control checks
• Learning to undertake site inspections
• Reviewing project documents, including health and safety documents

• Work with project engineers and construction managers
• Develop and produce construction strategies and sequences
• Undertake concept design and site inspections of temporary works
• Assist with scope reviews of civil and structural tenders
• Assist in providing design and remedial solutions
• Review and prepare risk assessments and method statements
• Establish and maintain secondary dimensional control
• Develop knowledge of as-built surveys
• Check dimensions of major elements and critical interfaces
• Monitor surveying and setting out of subcontractors, ensuring best practice
• Raise Non-Conformance Reports
• Monitor subcontractors for compliance with method statements and inspection test plans
• Assist with quality control checks
• Assist package and construction managers with quality issues on site

• GCSE Maths and English at grade A*-C / 4-9 (or equivalent)
• One of the following attained by September 25:
  • BTEC Diploma grade D
    * D*, with an A grade A level Mathematics or equivalent Math assessment
  • BTEC Extended Diploma grade DDD including Mathematics units
  • AAA at A level, including Mathematics and a Physical Science (applicants without A level Mathematics may be assessed)
• You don’t need previous experience; a positive mindset and willingness to learn are essential
• Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable (Murphy does not provide sponsorship)

Based on various projects across the UK. Some sites may be remote; travel is required. Full, clean UK driving licence may be required.

• One Family, One Team, One Murphy
• Always Deliver
• Respect, Integrity & Accountability
• Never Harm
• Continually Improve

• Dedicated investment in professional development
• Diversity and inclusion opportunities and involvement in Murphy’s culture initiatives
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with…