2026 Scottish Degree Apprenticeship Programme

Mott MacDonald; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Glasgow is offering a Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship. You will gain hands-on experience while working on projects that address crucial societal challenges and contribute to sustainability goals. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and analytical abilities, along with necessary academic qualifications. This apprenticeship not only provides qualification but also opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Biannual salary reviews

Competitive salary

Contributory pension up to 7%

Flexible benefits scheme

Access to various employee discounts

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience on real-world projects.
• Complete classroom-based learning with a university or training provider.
• Design and deliver infrastructure for the UK's transition to Net Zero.

Skills

Proactive initiative

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Structured problem solving

Education

5 National 5/GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above including English and Maths

3 Higher/A Levels with 2 at Grade B or above including Maths

Job description

2026 Scottish Degree Apprenticeship Programme

Are you ready to start your career journey with purpose, passion, and possibility? Our apprenticeships offer more than just a job - they’re an opportunity to shape your future.

These opportunities are for those who have Highers/A-levels or equivalent and looking to undertake a degree apprenticeship in Scotland. We will close for applications on 31st December.

These opportunities are for our offices in Scotland. For our opportunities in England, Northern Ireland and Wales, please review the UK degree apprenticeship programme. Please browse all opportunities before starting your application as we will accept one application per candidate.

In your application form, you will be asked to select your preferred discipline, sector, and location, so please read the descriptions below, as this may help you decide which opportunity is right for you.

If you are successful and are offered an apprenticeship with us, we will inform you who the training provider or university will be for that opportunity. These providers will have their own grade entry requirements, so we’re unable to list them all here. However, most providers will expect you to have achieved 5 National 5/GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4/C or above including English and Maths and 3 Higher/A Levels (or equivalent) with at least 2 Grade B or above including a Maths or Maths-based subject.

We will ask you to provide details of your achieved and/or expected grades during the application process.

Job Description

As a paid apprentice, you’ll gain hands‑on experience working on real‑world projects that make a difference. Alongside your role, you’ll complete classroom‑based learning — either in person or virtually — with a reputable university, or training provider. Upon completion, you’ll earn a nationally recognised qualification that leads onto exciting career opportunities.

Our degree apprenticeships typically last around five years, depending on the course, and are designed to help you grow both professionally and personally. You’ll be part of a team that’s shaping tomorrow’s world – whether that’s through innovation, sustainability, or community impact.

Civil Engineering

As a civil engineering degree apprentice, your role is more than designing infrastructure – it’s about creating resilient, sustainable solutions that improve lives and protect the planet and you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team tackling some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Working in our energy team you’ll play an important role in supporting the design and delivery of infrastructure that enables the UK’s transition to Net Zero. With the growing demand for renewable energy, your work will help ensure clean energy reaches homes, businesses, and even international markets through connections to Europe. You’ll gain hands‑on experience contributing to the design of critical systems that support the transmission of low‑carbon energy across the UK.

This opportunity is available in Glasgow.

A Culture of Collaboration and Care

You’ll work alongside graduates, experienced professionals, and fellow apprentices in a supportive, inclusive environment where teamwork is celebrated, diversity is valued, and wellbeing is prioritised. We believe that everyone brings something unique to the table, and we’re committed to helping you thrive.

From day one, you’ll be encouraged to ask questions, share ideas, and take ownership of your development. The more you engage, the more you’ll gain — and the more you’ll grow.

Your Growth, Your Journey

Every apprenticeship is different, tailored to the role and team you join. If you’re invited to interview, we’ll talk through the specifics of the opportunity and how it aligns with your interests and aspirations.

We’re here to support you every step of the way — with mentorship, learning resources, and a culture built on trust, integrity, and care. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to change direction, this is your chance to build a meaningful career with impact.

Why It Matters

Our work doesn’t just benefit our organisation — it contributes to society. Through your apprenticeship, you’ll be part of something bigger: helping to solve real challenges, create sustainable solutions, and build a better future for all.

Candidate Specification

As well as the eligibility criteria detailed above, we are looking for future apprentices with the following strengths:

• Proactively takes initiative to complete tasks efficiently and independently.
• Communicates effectively and clearly with clients and colleagues.
• Delivers high quality written work with strong attention to detail and clarity.
• Demonstrates a structured and analytical approach to problem solving.

An apprenticeship should be more than just a job. We know this and so do you. That’s why with our apprenticeships we aim to give you the experience and technical knowledge you need to progress your career. From the moment you join us, you’ll receive the training you need. You will join our three‑year early careers soft skills development programme – Accelerating your Future, which is designed to give you the skills and tools necessary for a long‑lasting successful career here at Mott MacDonald.

You will have the opportunity to make a difference; learn more about Our Purpose and the difference we can make!

What We Offer

• Biannual salary reviews: we believe that hard work should be rewarded and recognised. Therefore, for the first three years of your career with us you’ll have biannual salary reviews.
• A competitive salary: in addition to biannual reviews, we will ensure that you’re given a salary that matches the current industry standard.
• Contributory pension up to 7% of your salary: we have the best people on our team, and we like to look out for them. With our support, you’ll have all the advice and options you need to be able to invest in your future.
• A flexible benefits scheme: our company is made up of a range of different people and we understand that different people want different things. That’s why with our flexible plan you’ll have the ability to manage the range of benefits we have on offer, to suit your specific needs.
• Being part of Mott MacDonald means more than just work; there’s a huge range of fun and exciting things that you can get involved in.
• From the moment you join us, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your social and professional network, whether it’s meeting other graduates or joining forces with other members of staff from across the company at our annual sports day. Each of our offices have a sports and social committee which will give you the chance to be part of a variety of sports, social and charity events. We’re committed to promoting a strong culture of social responsibility and encourage our staff to play active roles in the local community.
• It doesn’t stop there. As well as events, you’ll also have access to discounts on cinema tickets, travel, fashion, utilities and much more as part of our company benefits which you can take advantage of the moment you join.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team and personal commitments. We embrace agility, flexibility and trust.

More about Mott MacDonald

We’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.

Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.

A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.

Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence