Project Manager Apprenticeship

K 10; Greater London, Richmond; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction apprenticeship agency is offering an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Project Manager in Greater London. The role involves working with project teams to deliver project outputs while undertaking a Level 4 Associate Project Management course. Candidates should possess strong communication and leadership skills. The apprenticeship lasts 18 months, focusing on developing essential project management abilities in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Paid college hours

Strong support for apprentices

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proactive approach to work and accountability for decisions.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced working environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with project team and Senior PM to deliver outputs.
• Assist in scheduling, risk management, and stakeholder management.
• Participate in training for the Association of Project Management Qualification.

Skills

Leadership

Monitoring project progress

Cost control

Resource & task planning

Quality assurance

Risk & issue management

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

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

Job description

“The Heathrow Shared Apprenticeship Scheme is one of the UK’s most exciting apprenticeship programmes. The scheme provides career changing opportunities for residents close to the airport.”

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
• 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.

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).

About You

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

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.

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

About Us

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.

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.