Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company. We deliver complex and high-quality projects across sectors including health, education, defence, justice, water, commercial and civic estate. They are looking for a Level 4 Apprentice Designer to join their team.
Training course: Construction design and build technician (level 4)
Hours
Monday - Friday 8am - 4.30pm or 8.30am - 5pm.
37.5 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 03 August 2026
Work
As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you'll do at work
You will study towards a Construction Design and Build Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship, typically achieving an HNC or equivalent Level 4 qualification.
With the support of experienced designers and technical managers, you’ll:
- Support the production and coordination of design and technical information
- Assist with preparing and reviewing drawings, schedules and specifications
- Help manage design information flow in line with project programmes
- Support coordination between architectural, structural and building services design
- Assist with design reviews, technical queries and change management
- Learn how design risk, buildability and health & safety are managed through the design process
- Support digital design processes, including use of CAD and BIM tools
- Work closely with project, site and commercial teams to support efficient project delivery
- Develop an understanding of how design supports quality, safety and programme outcomes
Where you'll work
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
MIDDLESBROUGH COLLEGE
Your training course
Construction design and build technician (level 4)
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Maths and English (grade 4 or above)
- Construction related Qualification (grade Pass or above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Initiative
About this company
Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company. We deliver complex and high-quality projects across sectors including health, education, defence, justice, water, commercial and civic estate. Strong design coordination and technical information are critical to the successful delivery of our projects.
https://www.tilburydouglas.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)
After this apprenticeship
A permanent position is available upon successful completion of the apprenticeship programme. Candidates are also encouraged to undertake a degree once qualified.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
TILBURY DOUGLAS CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000039411.
Apply now
Closes on Monday 27 July 2026