Project Manager Apprenticeship

Heathrow Airport; City Of London; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK airport is seeking a Trainee Project Manager to assist the project team in various tasks, including scheduling, risk management, and reporting. Candidates will undertake the Association of Project Management Qualification (APMQ) during the 24-month apprenticeship, aimed at those with a GCSE in English and Maths. The role encourages a proactive approach and teamwork in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

APM qualification funding

Hands-on project experience

Qualifications

• Strong interest in project management and desire to develop a career.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced working environment.
• A love of variety in a role and accountability for decisions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling, risk management, and cost control.
• Monitor project progress and manage stakeholders.
• Prepare reports and ensure quality assurance.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent communication

Proactive approach

Analytical skills

Education

English and Maths at GCSE Grade 4 / C or above

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About The Role

Job Description

A Trainee Project Manager works closely with the project team and Senior PM to successfully deliver project outputs. They assist in scheduling, risk management, cost control, stakeholder management, and governance, among others. Strong technical and soft skills are crucial for success in this role. Duties typically include:

• Leadership
• Monitoring project progress
• Stakeholder management
• Cost control
• Resource & task planning
• Quality assurance
• Risk & issue management
• Reporting

As part of the apprenticeship, all candidates will be undertaking the Association of Project Management Qualification (APMQ). The APM is the only chartered membership organisation for the project profession, so it is recognised worldwide.

Typical Working Week

40 hours p/w with start time typically between 07:00 & 08:00 inclusive of paid 8 hours at college.

Person Specification

• Proactive approach, taking pride in their work and taking accountability for decisions.
• A love of variety in a role and ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced working environment
• Ability to quickly prioritise tasks and the initiative to dive head-first into problem solving
• No two days are the same on the front line and not every day goes to plan, so you'll need to be quick on your feet to respond!
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills and enjoy working with multiple teams
• Ability to analyse and interpret information and effectively communicate this to different team members and audiences
• Ability to visit different sites and training days
• Curiosity to learn quickly in a reactive and dynamic working environment.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions to serve our customers and protect the environment

• Able to understand and follow health and safety protocols

Qualifications required/desirable

Minimum Requirements

English and Maths at GCSE Grade 4 / C or above, or Functional Skills at Level 2 or above.

Desired Requirements

Enthusiasm and a strong interest in project management, with a desire to develop a career in the field.

Key Training/College Information

K10 will enrol you to the Level 4 Associate Project Management course and fund your qualifications through an accredited training provider.

The apprenticeship duration is 24 months.

Eligibility

To start this apprenticeship, you'll need to be:

• Living in England for the last 3 years and have right to work status
• Not enrolled on any other courses
• 18+ due to site H&S rules

To be eligible for the Heathrow Shared Apprenticeship Scheme, you must reside in one of the following regions:

• Hillingdon
• Hounslow
• Ealing
• Spelthorne
• Windsor & Reading
• South Buckinghamshire
• Elmbridge
• Slough
• Runnymede

Who We Are

We are UK's largest construction-specific Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Agency. Founded in 2009, we are an award-winning social enterprise with a passion to convert potential.

Our aim is to place our learners in sustainable employment on projects in their local area. To do this, we collaborate with government, referral organisations, local authorities, developers, contractors, and colleges, to deliver apprenticeship programmes specifically designed to upskill the future of construction.