Project Manager Apprenticeship

Blijer.nl; Swindon; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading apprenticeship program as a Trainee Project Manager, gaining hands-on experience in project delivery while working closely with senior team members. This role requires travel to various project sites and offers a comprehensive training pathway with the opportunity to gain qualifications through the Association of Project Management.

Qualifications

• Proactive approach with accountability for decisions.
• Strong interest in project management and a desire to grow in the field.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling, risk management, and cost control.
• Monitor project progress and report on various aspects.
• Communicate effectively with multiple teams.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Quality assurance

Risk & issue management

Education

GCSE English and Maths Grade 4/C or above

Functional Skills Level 2 or above

Job description

The role will be based in the West Thames Valley (area between Oxford and Bristol) and candidates will need to travel to Midsomer Norton regularly and so the role will require a fair amount of travel.

Skills

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.

K10 are a disability confident employer, who are proud to support apprentices in the workplace and at college. The K10 team being trained in assisting learners with varying levels of support and guidance.

If you have any disabilities or require reasonable adjustments in the interview process, please let us know and we would be happy to accommodate.

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 youll 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
• Role based in Maidstone office with regular visits to projects across London
  
  

Qualifications Required/desirable

Minimum Requirements

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

The role will be based out of Farnborough but candidates may need to drive in and around London from time to time.

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, Youll 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
• Must have a full UK driving licence and their own vehicle transportation
  
  

Who We Are

We are UKs largest Flexi-Job Apprenticeship Training 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.

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