Project Manager Apprenticeship - Thames Water Shared Apprenticeship Scheme

10Web; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Course funding for qualifications

Hybrid work model

Site visits and rotations

Job summary

Thames Water Shared Apprenticeship Scheme is recruiting a Project Manager Apprentice in East London, offering a rotating, site-inclusive experience with classroom learning. The apprenticeship blends office work and site visits to build practical project delivery skills.

With a focus on scheduling, risk management and stakeholder engagement, you will gain hands-on experience while completing a Level 4 Associate Project Manager course funded by K10 Apprenticeships.

Qualifications

• Proactive approach, taking pride in their work and accountability for decisions.
• Love of variety in a role and ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Ability to quickly prioritise tasks and take the initiative to solve problems
• No two days are the same on the front line; be quick on your feet to respond
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with multiple teams
• Ability to analyse information and communicate it to different audiences
• Willingness to visit different sites and training days
• Curiosity to learn quickly in a reactive environment
• Ability to work in all weather conditions and follow health and safety protocols
• GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above or Level 2 Functional Skills

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, scheduling and coordinating project activities.
• Support projects throughout the project lifecycle from initiation to completion.
• Monitor progress and report on milestones and deliverables.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports and records.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to support delivery.
• Assist with resource planning, budget monitoring and task allocation.
• Identify and elevate project risks and issues where appropriate.
• Support quality assurance, continuous improvement and lessons learned.
• Follow organisational policies, legislation and governance requirements.

Skills

Proactive approach

Accountability

Adaptability

Prioritisation

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Site visits

Fast learner

Health and safety awareness

Education

GCSE English

GCSE Maths

Job description

Project Manager Apprenticeship - Thames Water Shared Apprenticeship Scheme

• Project Manager Apprenticeship - Thames Water Shared Apprenticeship Scheme

About The Role

The Thames Water Shared Apprenticeship Scheme are looking for a Project ManagementApprentice in the East Londonarea.

This apprenticeship is part of The Thames Water Shared Apprenticeship Scheme and is a programme sponsored by Thames Water to address the skills gaps within their supply chain. The scheme features a compulsory industry rotation to enable apprentices to get experience in different environments and boost the chances of further employment in the sector.

J ob Description

A Trainee Project Manager works with project teams, stakeholders, and clients to help ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. The role develops skills in scheduling, risk management, communication, reporting, and stakeholder engagement while gaining practical workplace experience. Duties typically include:

• Assist with planning, scheduling and coordinating project activities.
• Support projects throughout the project lifecycle, from initiation to completion.
• Monitor project progress and report on performance, milestones and deliverables.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports and records.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to support project delivery.
• Assist with resource planning, budget monitoring and task allocation.
• Identify and elevate project risks and issues where appropriate.
• Support quality assurance, continuous improvement and lessons learned activities.
• Work in line with organisational policies, legislation and governance requirements.

On completion, the standard aligns with the Association for Project Management for Associate Membership.

Hybrid Role - This role involves a combination of office-based work and visits to construction sites, including walking around active sites and travelling between locations. K10 Apprenticeships will consider reasonable adjustments where possible to support individuals in carrying out the essential duties of the role.

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 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

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

The information/qualifications you provide on your CV will be verified; any inaccuracies will have a negative impact on your application.

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 18 months with up to 6 months for your End Point Assessment (EPA).

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
• Have a full UK Driving Licence and full access to your own vehicle

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.

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£28.5k, rising to £30k upon successful 6 month probation