Civil Engineering Technician
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STARTING PAY£24,000 - £30,000
PHYSICAL MOATThe work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it.
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Civil Engineering Technician
Civil engineering technicians play a pivotal role in shaping the infrastructure of our cities and communities, ensuring that projects are not only functional but also sustainable. With the UK focusing on modernising its infrastructure, these professionals are in high demand, making a significant impact on society and the environment.
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This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and the work is hands-on, in the real world. Software alone can't do it. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Civil Engineering TechnicianAs a Junior Civil Engineering Technician, you will assist senior engineers in preparing designs and specifications, gaining hands-on experience in the field.£24,000 - £30,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-Level Civil Engineering TechnicianIn this role, you will take on more responsibility, managing smaller projects and liaising with clients and contractors to ensure project success.£32,000 - £40,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Civil Engineering TechnicianAs a Senior Technician, you will lead projects, mentor junior staff, and play a key role in strategic planning and decision-making.£45,000+
Apprenticeship listings for this career → (June 2026 snapshot; check closing dates on the official service)
The degree route
Courses in this career's subject area, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Astronautics and Space EngineeringThe University of Surrey · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£41,500 median
🎓Electrical & Electronic EngineeringColeg Sir Gar · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Electronic Engineering with a Year in IndustryRoyal Holloway and Bedford New College · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£35,000 median
🎓Mechanical and Offshore EngineeringRobert Gordon University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
🎓Mechanical EngineeringThe University of Bath · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£33,000 median
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Real apprenticeship standards
Live UK apprenticeship standards that lead into this career, from the Institute for Apprenticeships register.
L3Civil engineering technician36 months typicalnot published
There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Degree subjects that lead this way
Courses in this career's subject area, from the same register that priced the degree above. Subject-matched, not a guaranteed qualifying route: check each course's own entry requirements and any professional accreditation before you rely on it.
Music TechnologyLeeds Beckett University · DegreeAstronautics and Space EngineeringThe University of Surrey · DegreeElectrical & Electronic EngineeringColeg Sir Gar · DegreeElectronic Engineering with a Year in IndustryRoyal Holloway and Bedford New College · DegreeMechanical and Offshore EngineeringRobert Gordon University · DegreeMechanical EngineeringThe University of Bath · Degree