Ready to lay the foundations for your career in the built environment?

We’re excited to launch our Apprentice Class of 2026, offering a range of apprenticeship opportunities

Apprentice Digital Engineer

London (hybrid)

Starting September 2026

As an Apprentice Digital Engineer, you’ll be part of real projects from day one, learning directly from experienced professionals across both the public and private sectors. And the best bit? You’ll also study for a fully funded Level 3 Digital Engineering qualification.

If you’re curious, motivated, and ready to learn, we’ll give you everything you need to build an exciting long‑term career.

Why choose this apprenticeship?

• We’ll fully fund your qualification with a leading training provider

• You will get involved with real project work, take responsibility and make a real impact

• You’ll work with a dedicated buddy, supportive line managers and a network of fellow apprentices

Interviews are scheduled for week commencing 25 May 2026

What you’ll be doing

You’ll learn through your studies and on the job - working alongside our experts as you:

• Use software to create digital models of construction projects, allowing project teams to understand the life cycle of a building

• Shadow senior team members at site, survey and digital surveying and project meetings to develop a range of skills

• Carry out model audits, undertaking clash detection and producing clash reports – so you’ll need to be very confident using software packages

• Understand principles of Building Information Modelling (BIM)

• Learn programming and building PowerBI reports to assist colleagues and clients

• Assist with project filing and maintaining accurate records

• Support colleagues in day to day activities and client services

What you’ll need

Qualifications

• English and Maths GCSE (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above

Knowledge

• An interest in design and engineering with the appetite to learn more

• Basic awareness of basic forms of building construction with the appetite to learn more

• Proficient in the use of MS Office and able to learn more specialist software

• Experience using 2D/3D CAD packages or Navisworks would be beneficial

Skills

• Confident in using a variety computer packages (in excess of Microsoft Office)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Experience of delivering good customer service

• Experience of working as part of a team

• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking

• Ability to work on own initiative

Apprenticeship eligibility

To apply, you must have the right to work in the UK as we’re unable to sponsor Apprentices. You won’t be eligible if;

• You already hold a higher-level qualification in the same subject

• You already have the skills, knowledge and behaviours taught during this Apprenticeship

• You will still be in full time education in September 2026 (including another Apprenticeship)

  The Apprenticeship duplicates learning you’ve already completed

Who we are

We’ve been in operation for 85 years and have offices across the UK. We’re a leading multi-disciplined construction and property consultancy, offering expertise in building and quantity surveying; project management; building information modelling (BIM); Architecture; M&E engineering; fire consultancy and more. You can find out more about our work on our website www.calfordseaden.com

Our values guide everything we do:

• Collaboration Being one team and supporting each other to achieve the best results and maximise our potential.

• Authenticity Being true to ourselves and others and celebrating our differences.

• Giving Back Recognizing and embracing the need for our work to have a positive social impact.

• Excellence Striving to be up with the best and at the forefront of what we do.

• Support Providing investment, encouragement and support to bring out the best in our People.

• Integrity Being honest and doing the right thing

Our People and benefits

We’re proud to hold the Investors in People Gold award, showing our commitment to developing and investing in our team. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Hybrid working

• 25 days’ annual leave (plus the option to buy and sell leave)

• Up to 10 days’ unpaid leave

• Pension scheme

• Employee assistance programme

• Gym and shopping discounts

• Flu vaccinations

• Enhanced family leave

• A supportive, friendly culture with people who genuinely want you to succeed

We’re an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.