Degree Apprentice Project Manager - Derby - 2026 - Derby

Balfour Beatty; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking an Apprentice Project Manager to oversee projects while enrolled in a structured training programme. You will gain a BSc (Hons) in Project and Programme Management over approximately 4 years. Ideal candidates should have 3 A Levels or equivalent; this role offers valuable experience, training, and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Structured training and support

Formal qualification

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Must have 3 A Levels or equivalent at passing grades.
• Enrolled in Project Management Degree Apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from start to finish.
• Manage resources, timelines, and team members.
• Learn how to handle challenges in project management.

Skills

Project management principles

Leadership skills

Education

3 A Levels or equivalent

Job description

About the role

We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK's largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.

Would you prefer to learn by 'doing' with a support network around you and access to a development programme that will give you the skills and confidence to become anything you want to be, all whilst taking home a salary?

If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, 'I helped build that' then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together.

BE a Visionary and join our Apprentice Early Career development programme.

What you\'ll be doing

As an Apprentice Project Manager you\'ll oversee projects from start to finish, ensuring they stay on track and within budget. It\'s about managing resources, timelines, and team members. You\'ll learn project management principles, leadership skills, and how to handle challenges.

You will be enrolled on the Project Management Degree Apprenticeship, a structured programme lasting approximately 4 years, leading to a BSc (Hons) in Project and Programme Management

Who we\'re looking for

For our Level 6 Apprenticeship, you\'ll need 3 A Levels or equivalent at passing grades. This programme combines advanced academic study with full-time work, offering you the opportunity to develop both professionally and academically.

Offers for this position will be subject to pre-employment checks including a Security Check (SC).

Why work for us

Kickstart your career at Balfour Beatty, where you\'ll receive structured training and support from day one, and a formal qualification. Alongside a great salary and benefits package, you\'ll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job-it\'s a pathway to a promising future.