Project Management Apprentice

BAE Systems; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence technology company is offering a Project Manager Integrated Degree Apprenticeship in Portsmouth. The role involves setting project goals, timelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. By the end of the apprenticeship, candidates will earn a BSc (Hons) in Project Management and an IPMA Level D qualification, alongside benefits such as a competitive pension and flexible health perks.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Potential annual incentive

Qualifications

• Obtain a Project Manager Integrated Degree Apprenticeship at Level 6.
• Complete coursework for a BSc (Hons) Degree in Project Management.
• Achieve IPMA Level D Project Management Qualification.

Responsibilities

• Set project goals, timelines, and monitor progress.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to manage resources.
• Use project management software to ensure projects stay on track.

Education

BSc (Hons) Degree in Project Management

IPMA Level D Project Management Qualification

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 9–4 / A–C including Maths & English

96 UCAS Points (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Responsibilities

• You will set project goals, create timelines, monitor progress and work closely with cross‑functional teams. You will play a role in tracking budgets, managing resources and identifying risks before they become issues.
• You will use project management software, such as Microsoft Project, to keep everything on track, ensuring projects stay within scope and on schedule.

Qualifications

By the end of the apprenticeship, you will obtain:

• Project Manager Integrated Degree Apprenticeship at Level 6, which includes:
• BSc (Hons) Degree in Project Management
• IPMA Level D Project Management Qualification
• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 9–4 / A–C which must include Maths & English AND 96 UCAS Points (or equivalent) (excluding UCAS points gained at AS level)

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pension scheme
• Employee share plans
• Extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts
• Potential annual incentive

The Maritime Team

With collaboration, innovation and a laser‑like customer focus at its core, M&L Defence Solutions is growing a strong, long‑term UK product and support business. It focuses on four key areas: Future Warship Support, Underwater Battlespace, Future Land Capability and Future Air Defence, encompassing both major investment in new products and cutting‑edge technologies that deliver real benefits to its customers.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible.

If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.