Career pathways
There are many routes into a career in engineering construction. Whether you're leaving school, graduating from university or looking for a new career direction, this page will help you explore the different pathways available and find the one that's right for you.
Why choose engineering construction?
Great starting salary
Highly competitive earning potential
A growing workforce
40k extra workers will be needed by 2030
Global travel
Work on major projects across the globe
Make a difference
Make a positive impact and contribute towards a sustainable future
From nuclear power stations to water treatment works, chemical plants and oil and gas facilities the engineering construction industry designs, builds and maintains the infrastructure that keeps the the country running.
There are career opportunities across eight sectors – renewables, nuclear, power generation, water treatment, food and drink, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and oil and gas in roles such as mechanical and electrical engineers, scaffolders, process engineers, project managers, pipefitters, welders, instrument and control technicians, designers and more. Did you know that the ECITB estimates that more than 40,000 additional people will be needed by 2030?
Power your future with a career in engineering construction.
Find your career pathway
Where could engineering construction take you?
Ali Patel
Started their career as an ECITB Scholar and is now a Wind Turbine Technician
Scholarship Student
Ashley received industrial skills and knowledge training over one academic year, earning a bursary of £60 per week while they studied.
Apprentice
They were introduced to employers during their studies and were offered a full-time apprenticeship, earning whilst continuing to learn.
Wind Turbine Technician
They now conduct critical maintenance and inspections of wind turbines on and offshore, playing a key role in the renewables industry.
Ashley Rowley
Started their career as a university graduate and is now a Senior Project Manager.
Graduate Project Manager
Ali joined a graduate programme with a global organisation after university.
Junior Project Manager
They were offered a Junior PM role at the same company and are worked on a new energy project in Norway.
Senior Project Manager
They now oversee their own projects and support a wider team on projects across the globe.
Charlie Smith
Started their career as an apprentice and is now a Metal Fabrication Supervisor.
Apprentice welder
Charlie was hired as an apprentice welder and split their time between college and work.
Welder
They completed their apprenticeship and worked as a welder in the construction of a new nuclear power station.
Metal Fabrication Supervisor
They now oversee and manage a large team of welders on the decommissioning of a power station.
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