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Project Management Apprentice
| Posting date: | 21 May 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £18,600 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 June 2024 |
| Location: | Bristol, South West England |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | National Highways |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Start your journey to becoming a project management professional whilst being at the centre of exciting projects that help connect the country.
What you’ll be doing
Starting in September 2024 as a project management apprentice, you’ll develop your experience and knowledge through working on a variety of exciting projects, from multi-million-pound investment and improvement schemes to vital safety and innovation projects that shape how we build and operate our roads.
Guided and mentored by experienced project professionals, you’ll explore the full lifecycle of project delivery, planning and management. You’ll also complete a programme of learning that will help you achieve professional recognition as a member of the Association for Project Management (APM).
At the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll have opportunities to continue your career journey with us and be at the heart of projects that deliver real impact in connecting the country.
We have vacancies across various divisions of National Highways including Major Projects, Safety, Engineering and Standards and Operations. Although based in Bedford you’ll need to be willing to travel to other locations when needed.
You’ll find loads more information about the skills and knowledge criteria you’ll work towards on this apprenticeship programme on our careers site which you can access via the apply button but are not obligated to apply to view details.
What you’ll get in return
By combining working and learning, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience and pave the way for a bright future with us. We’ll support your development every step of the way and you’ll enjoy the chance to shape your future with personalised development plans and career guidance.
You’ll have:
• A dedicated line manager, job mentors and a skills coach to provide encouragement, direction and career planning support.
• Flexible working arrangements and time away from your role for your studies.
• Opportunities to connect and network with other apprentices as part of our Early Talent community.
As well as a competitive salary, you’ll also have access to a fantastic employee benefits package including:
• Annual Leave starting at 26 days (plus Bank Holidays) rising by 1 day each year up to 31 days (plus Bank Holidays).
• Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and network of mental health first aiders. Plus, access to a wellbeing app to enhance your self-care 24/7, Occupational health service and flu vaccines.
• Great deals, discounts and cash back offers from well-loved retailers.
• Access to an ABTA bonded travel agency.
• Contributory pension scheme with generous employer contributions.
What you’ll need to succeed
It takes all kinds of people to keep our organisation (and roads) moving. Whatever your age, whatever your background, an apprenticeship is just the start of a long, fulfilling career with us.
If you can show that you’ve got what we see in our apprentices every day, you’ll be a great match. You’ll have:
• The ability to work effectively with others in a team.
• The ability to work to timescales, understanding when and how to prioritise.
• The ability to give and receive information effectively.
• The ability to write clearly and concisely.
• A desire and passion to grow your career at National Highways.
You’ll also need to have these essential qualifications:
• At least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 / grade C or above, including English and Maths
Plus, ONE of the following:
• At least 48 UCAS tariff points.
• Or equivalent level 3 qualifications (e.g., BTEC, T Level, NVQ).
• Or Equivalent relevant experience.
It is key to know all offers to onto our apprenticeships are subject to satisfactory completion of our pre-employment checks. This includes a Right to Work check, reference check and a DBS criminal record check.
What you’ll be doing
Starting in September 2024 as a project management apprentice, you’ll develop your experience and knowledge through working on a variety of exciting projects, from multi-million-pound investment and improvement schemes to vital safety and innovation projects that shape how we build and operate our roads.
Guided and mentored by experienced project professionals, you’ll explore the full lifecycle of project delivery, planning and management. You’ll also complete a programme of learning that will help you achieve professional recognition as a member of the Association for Project Management (APM).
At the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll have opportunities to continue your career journey with us and be at the heart of projects that deliver real impact in connecting the country.
We have vacancies across various divisions of National Highways including Major Projects, Safety, Engineering and Standards and Operations. Although based in Bedford you’ll need to be willing to travel to other locations when needed.
You’ll find loads more information about the skills and knowledge criteria you’ll work towards on this apprenticeship programme on our careers site which you can access via the apply button but are not obligated to apply to view details.
What you’ll get in return
By combining working and learning, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience and pave the way for a bright future with us. We’ll support your development every step of the way and you’ll enjoy the chance to shape your future with personalised development plans and career guidance.
You’ll have:
• A dedicated line manager, job mentors and a skills coach to provide encouragement, direction and career planning support.
• Flexible working arrangements and time away from your role for your studies.
• Opportunities to connect and network with other apprentices as part of our Early Talent community.
As well as a competitive salary, you’ll also have access to a fantastic employee benefits package including:
• Annual Leave starting at 26 days (plus Bank Holidays) rising by 1 day each year up to 31 days (plus Bank Holidays).
• Health and wellbeing support, including an Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7 365 days and network of mental health first aiders. Plus, access to a wellbeing app to enhance your self-care 24/7, Occupational health service and flu vaccines.
• Great deals, discounts and cash back offers from well-loved retailers.
• Access to an ABTA bonded travel agency.
• Contributory pension scheme with generous employer contributions.
What you’ll need to succeed
It takes all kinds of people to keep our organisation (and roads) moving. Whatever your age, whatever your background, an apprenticeship is just the start of a long, fulfilling career with us.
If you can show that you’ve got what we see in our apprentices every day, you’ll be a great match. You’ll have:
• The ability to work effectively with others in a team.
• The ability to work to timescales, understanding when and how to prioritise.
• The ability to give and receive information effectively.
• The ability to write clearly and concisely.
• A desire and passion to grow your career at National Highways.
You’ll also need to have these essential qualifications:
• At least 5 GCSEs at grade 4 / grade C or above, including English and Maths
Plus, ONE of the following:
• At least 48 UCAS tariff points.
• Or equivalent level 3 qualifications (e.g., BTEC, T Level, NVQ).
• Or Equivalent relevant experience.
It is key to know all offers to onto our apprenticeships are subject to satisfactory completion of our pre-employment checks. This includes a Right to Work check, reference check and a DBS criminal record check.