Civil Engineering Senior Technician Apprenticeship (Level 4)

What is a Civil Engineering Technician?

Civil Engineering Senior Technicians plan, design, build, maintain, and sometimes dismantle the built environment , from buildings and public spaces to roads, bridges, ports, utilities, and flood defences. They combine technical expertise, problem-solving, and project management to deliver safe, efficient, sustainable infrastructure that meets industry standards and environmental goals.

Key Duties:

Design, deliver & manage civil engineering solutions

Supervise teams & manage resources effectively

Use CAD, BIM & engineering software for designs

Ensure health, safety & environmental compliance

Analyse technical data & solve engineering problems

Control quality, budgets & timelines

Liaise with clients, contractors & stakeholders

Support net-zero & sustainability targets

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How does the apprenticeship work?

This apprenticeship is delivered in block weeks, you’ll attend AccXel for 4 consecutive days, then work with your employer for 5 weeks.

4 days every 5 weeks at AccXel – You’ll study both theory and practical skills on our live mock site, designed to simulate real construction environments.

5 weeks with an employer – You’ll then put your learning to practice on actual construction projects, gaining valuable experience and knowledge alongside skilled professionals.

Portfolio & Final Assessment – You’ll build a portfolio of evidence throughout the programme, then complete an End Point Assessment (EPA) to achieve your qualification.

Earn While You Learn – You’ll be paid a wage for the entire duration of your apprenticeship, gaining a recognised qualification at no cost to you.

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Course Details

Course Length: 36 Months (Maximum)

Entry Requirements: Applicants must have achieved at least 5 grade 4 GCSE’S or a level 2 apprenticeship

Qualification: Upon completing your apprenticeship, you will achieve a Level 4 qualification in Civil Engineering + BTEC Higher National Certificate in Civil Engineering.

Important Information

Although we work closely with a range of employer partners, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to match you with a suitable employer. All applicants are encouraged to actively search for their own employer, as you will be unable to enrol if you have not secured one by September.

Why become an apprentice at Accxel?