“Civil engineers and quantity surveyors are in huge demand. Increasing apprenticeship training pathways for civil engineering and quantity surveying will help build a sustainable pipeline of workers to support our national housing and infrastructure goals, and it’s a strong example of how the apprenticeship system can respond directly to critical skills needs within a sector.  
“Today’s announcements demonstrate ATU’s role in supporting regional development, talent retention and sustainable enterprise in the West and North-West.”

“I am delighted and proud to launch two new apprenticeships at ATU today. A Level 8 Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering by Apprenticeship and a Level 8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Quantity Surveying. 

“Government investment in apprenticeships is showing real results. The €79 million investment in apprenticeship in Budget 2026 is the highest investment in core apprenticeship funding since the establishment of DFHERIS – more than doubling the total annual investment in apprenticeship delivery from €184 million in 2020 to €415 million in 2026. 

“The range of apprenticeship options has expanded significantly. We now have over 80 programmes, nearly three times the number a decade ago, reshaping public perceptions and opening new pathways to qualifications that were not previously accessible. 

“Apprentice civil engineers and quantity surveyors will get hands-on industry experience, setting them up for a sustainable career pathway.” 

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