Project Manager Apprenticeship

Blijer.nl; Swindon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Trainee Project Manager to support project teams in delivering successful outcomes. This role offers a unique apprenticeship opportunity, allowing candidates to gain the Association of Project Management Qualification (APMQ) while working in a dynamic environment. You'll engage in a variety of tasks including scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder collaboration. The position is designed for those eager to develop a career in project management, providing extensive training and support. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and enjoy problem-solving, this role could be your gateway to a rewarding career.

Qualifications

• Proactive approach and accountability for decisions.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder management.
• Support project team to deliver project outputs successfully.

Skills

Leadership

Monitoring project progress

Stakeholder management

Cost control

Resource & task planning

Quality assurance

Risk & issue management

Reporting

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

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, requiring 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 support apprentices in the workplace and at college. The K10 team is 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 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.
• 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 in 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.
• Must have a full UK driving licence and their own vehicle transportation.

Who We Are

We are the UK’s 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.