Construction Support Technician

Apprenticeships New Anglia; Norwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional apprenticeship program is offering an opportunity for an ambitious individual to start their career in Construction Site Management. The role involves assisting Senior Managers with planning and organizing construction activities, maintaining project records, and overseeing sites to ensure safety and quality. Candidates should possess clear communication skills, strong organizational abilities, and a willingness to learn. The position is located in Norwich and is open to applicants aged 18 and above.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old due to working directives.
• Lives in Norwich and has access to transport.
• Willing to obtain a CSCS card.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Managers in planning and coordinating construction activities.
• Maintain accurate records of project activities.
• Participate in project review meetings.
• Oversee construction sites and ensure safety protocols.
• Monitor construction activity progress.
• Perform quality control by documenting completed works.
• Liaise with stakeholders effectively.

Skills

Clear communication skills

Good organisation skills

Ability to work well under pressure

Team player

Attention to detail

Adaptable

Use of initiative

Computer proficiency

Job description

What will the apprentice be doing on site

We have an opportunity for a well organised individual to take their first steps towards a career in Construction Site Management with a specialist interior and exterior walling systems contractor. The project comprises a multi-phase refurbishment of the iconic and Grade II listed 'Lasdun Wall' buildings at the University of East Anglia (UEA).

What you would be learning & getting involved with

• Assisting Senior Managers – Support Project & Site Managers in planning, organising and coordinating construction activities.
• Documentation & Reporting – Learn to maintain accurate records of the project activities such as daily diaries, progress updates & documentation of any incidents or changes.
• Project Planning – Participate in project review meetings to understand project requirements & timelines.
• Site Supervision – Learn to oversee construction sites, ensuring adherence to our safety protocols and quality standards.
• Progress Monitoring – Monitor the progress of construction activities, identifying potential delays or issues, and implementing corrective measures when necessary.
• Quality Control – taking photos of completed works and uploading onto BIM.
• Communication – Liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

The working hours would be 08:00 – 16:30 with a 1-hour unpaid break.

The hourly rate would be £7.55.

Are there restrictions

• Lives in Norwich.
• Has their own transport or is able to reliably get to site by public transport.
• Have a CSCS card or willing to get one.

Due to working directives and number of hours on site, applications can only be considered from applicants aged 18+.

What sort of candidate are you looking for

The ideal candidate will be punctual, reliable, ambitious and passionate about a career in construction. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about learning, focused and have a good work ethic and open to learning new skills in a real-life environment.

• Clear communication skills.
• Good organisation skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Team player.
• Be thorough and pay attention to detail.
• Adaptable.
• Able to work well with others.
• Able to use your initiative.
• Able to use a computer and the main software packages confidently.

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