Junior Project Manager Apprenticeship | Havant, Hampshire | £30,000 per annum | Full time

Inspire Futures; Havant; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspire Futures in Havant is recruiting a motivated ex-service individual to join our team and begin a structured path into Project Management within the mechanical and construction sector. This permanent position pairs hands-on project delivery with a funded Associate Project Management Apprenticeship (18–21 months), providing formal training, practical experience and a clear route toward qualification.

The role involves working in a live project environment, developing skills in coordination,

Qualifications

• Ex-service background essential.
• Previous mechanical experience (such as pipework, HVAC, mechanical engineering) desirable.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in the delivery of mechanical and construction projects.
• Assist with coordination of project activities, planning and scheduling.
• Liaise with engineers, site teams, subcontractors and clients.
• Support project documentation, reporting and administration.
• Learn project lifecycle processes from pre-construction through to completion.
• Gain exposure to commercial, operational and technical project functions.
• Support project planning, risk management and progress reporting.
• Ensure work is delivered safely and in line with project requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Job description

Location: Havant (within 30 miles of Portsmouth preferred)

Salary: £30,000 per annum

Start Date: September 2026

Permanent Position / Apprenticeship Programme (18‑21 months)

About the Opportunity

Inspire Futures is looking to recruit a motivated individual from the Armed Forces community to join our growing team and begin a structured career pathway into Project Management within the mechanical and construction sector. This is an excellent opportunity for an ex‑service individual looking to transition their military engineering or mechanical experience into a long‑term civilian career in project delivery. The role combines hands‑on industry experience with a fully funded Associate Project Management Apprenticeship (18‑21 months), providing the successful candidate with formal training, practical project experience and a clear route towards becoming a qualified Junior Project Manager. The successful candidate will work within a live project environment while developing their skills across project coordination, planning, documentation, stakeholder management and delivery processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting Project Managers in the delivery of mechanical and construction projects
• Assisting with coordination of project activities, planning and scheduling
• Liaising with engineers, site teams, subcontractors and clients
• Supporting project documentation, reporting and administration
• Learning project lifecycle processes from pre‑construction through to completion
• Gaining exposure to commercial, operational and technical project functions
• Supporting project planning, risk management and progress reporting
• Ensuring work is delivered safely and in line with project requirements

Candidate Requirements

• Ex‑service background (essential)
• Previous mechanical experience (such as pipework, HVAC, mechanical engineering or similar)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Genuine interest in developing a career within Project Management
• Willingness to complete an apprenticeship programme alongside employment
• Organised, motivated and eager to learn
• Ability to work effectively within a project team environment

Why Join Inspire Futures?

• A fully funded Associate Project Management Apprenticeship
• Hands‑on experience within the mechanical and construction sector
• Structured career development and mentoring
• The opportunity to build a long‑term career in Project Management

If you are a service leaver, veteran or Armed Forces community member looking to take the next step into project delivery, we would welcome your application. Apply today to start your journey with Inspire Futures.