Construction Management Degree Apprentice

Kier Group plc.; Test Valley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK national contractor is seeking a Construction Management Degree Apprentice to gain practical experience while studying for a BSc in Construction Site Management with Sheffield Hallam University. The role includes aiding project planning and supervision, ensuring health and safety standards, and collaborating with teams. Candidates need 5 GCSEs and 2 A-Levels or equivalent qualifications. A positive work culture includes 26 days annual leave and ongoing wellbeing support.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme

Qualifications

• Must have 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Maths and English.
• Requires 2 A-Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications.
• Full driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing on-site health, safety, and quality.
• Coordinate and report on the progress of construction projects.
• Attend university during allocated weeks for lectures.

Skills

Project management

Health and safety compliance

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Maths and English

2 A-Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications

Full driving licence

Job description

As a Construction Management Degree Apprentice, you'll have the opportunity to gain practical experience whilst you study towards a BSc Construction Site Management with our university partner, Sheffield Hallam, all tuition, and accommodation fees covered by us.

You will play a pivotal role in supporting the planning, coordination, and supervision of construction projects, on time and to the required quality.

Your day-to-day responsibilities

• Assisting in the responsibility of a project section or work package where you'll manage the on-site health, safety, and quality.
• Working alongside the wider construction teams and report on the progress of any projects, whilst also liaising with third parties such as councils, utilities, and sub-contractors.
• Attending university during pre-determined block weeks to attend lectures and meet other students on your course.

Benefits of the apprenticeship

• Practical experience: gain valuable hands‑on experience in your field.
• Skill improvement: develop technical and professional skills.
• Networking: build professional relationships and expand your network.
• Career insight: gain insights into your chosen industry and potential career paths.

Qualifications

• 5 GCSE at Grade 4 or above including Maths and English.
• 2 A-Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications (T-Level, BTEC National Certificate / Diploma / Extended Diploma or Advanced Diploma).
• Other Level 3 BTEC qualifications may also be considered.
• Hold full driving licence.

To enrol onto your degree, you will need to meet the above qualifications. If you already hold a degree (or equivalent) related to this programme, then you will not be eligible for this apprenticeship due to funding regulations.

To apply as a mature student, you will need at least 5 years' experience in a related career.

Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. In certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people.

We are looking for a Construction Management Degree Apprentice to join our Construction team based in Southampton working towards a Level 6 apprenticeship in Construction Management.

Within this role you can enjoy 26 days annual leave, 24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme, and more.

We are a leading UK national contractor delivering projects of all sizes and complexities in the public and private sectors, including education, healthcare, defence and justice and borders. We design and deliver buildings that are key to the UK's infrastructure - from hospitals and treatment centres, to schools, leisure centres and prisons.