Job Description

Civil Engineering Degree Apprentice (Line Marking Division)

Employer:

Jack Coupe & Sons Ltd

Location:

[Insert base location here]

Salary:

[Insert salary or "in line with apprenticeship rates"]

Duration:

4-6 years (plus End Point Assessment)

Qualification:

BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering (Teesside University)

About the role

Jack Coupe & Sons Ltd, a leading highways and road marking contractor, is offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious individual to join our

Line Marking Division

as a

Civil Engineering Degree Apprentice

. This role combines hands-on industry experience with degree-level study at

Teesside University

, giving you the skills and qualifications needed to build a professional career in Civil Engineering.

You will gain practical experience in contract management, road marking, and highway maintenance projects for

local authorities and private clients

, while studying towards a

BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering

.

Key responsibilities

As a Degree Apprentice, you will:

Act as a key point of contact for local authority and private clients, supporting communication and project delivery. Assist with preparing quotations, tenders, and cost estimates for road marking projects. Plan and organise labour, materials, and equipment to deliver works safely and efficiently. Support traffic management arrangements and ensure compliance with

highway maintenance regulations

. Monitor projects, resolve site-based challenges, and provide progress updates. Maintain accurate records, reports, and quality assurance documentation. Learn to apply Civil Engineering principles -- such as surveying, materials, and project management -- in the context of highways and infrastructure.

Training and qualification

You will study for a

BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering degree

at

Teesside University (Middlesbrough campus, TS1 3BX)

, attending typically

one day per week

, with additional blended/online learning. Training is delivered through a combination of

work-based learning and academic study

. The apprenticeship takes

4-6 years

, followed by an End Point Assessment. The degree is accredited by the

Joint Board of Moderators (ICE, IStructE, CIHT, IHE)

, meeting the academic requirements for

Incorporated Engineer (IEng)

and partially for

Chartered Engineer (CEng)

status.

Career progression

On completion, you will have the opportunity to progress into roles such as:

Contracts Manager

Division Lead

Specialist roles in

highways, infrastructure, or construction management

This apprenticeship provides a strong foundation for professional recognition with the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) and other leading bodies.

Other requirements

Willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions. Comfortable travelling to different project sites. Ability to work safely in live traffic environments (training provided). Must hold, or be willing to work towards, a

full UK driving licence

. Commitment to balancing full-time employment with degree-level study. May be subject to a

DBS check

depending on project type (e.g. school or council work).

Who we're looking for

We are seeking motivated, organised, and ambitious individuals who want to develop a long-term career in Civil Engineering. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work as part of a team are essential.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: 15,311.40-24,761.88 per year

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship