Degree Apprenticeship – Construction Contracts Manager
| Posting date: | 16 June 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 July 2026 |
| Location: | Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 3 days per week |
| Company: | Novus Property Solutions |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
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Summary
Degree Apprenticeship – Construction Contracts Manager
Location: Leighton Buzzard
At Novus Property Solutions, we are proud to be celebrating 89 years of developing apprentices, the foundation of our success and growth. We are now offering an exciting opportunity to join our Construction Contracts Manager Apprenticeship Programme, designed to develop the next generation of construction professionals.
This role is based within our Housing Partnerships team at our Leighton Buzzard office and provides a structured pathway to becoming a degree-qualified Contract Manager, combining practical experience with academic learning in a supportive and friendly environment.
About the Programme
You will begin by working towards a Level 4 Construction Site Supervisor qualification, with progression to a fully funded Level 6 Degree.
Throughout the programme, you’ll gain hands-on experience while building the technical and commercial skills needed to succeed in the construction industry.
What You’ll Be Doing
As part of the team, you will support the successful delivery of projects by learning and contributing to:
Planning and organising - Managing all aspects of the project/contract through its full lifecycle
Project planning
Resourcing
Sustainability
Risk avoidance
Costs & Quality - Assisting with the cost control/budget of a project, the importance of Quality and right first-time approach, measuring success to a profitable outcome
Health & Safety – Understanding Risk assessments and behaviours in safety critical environments
Stakeholder Management – Developing and maintaining relationships with Colleagues, Subcontractors and clients including supporting in client meetings
Teamwork – The role will give the skills and abilities to not only be part of a team but to play an active role within a busy team whilst learning on the job from a team of established, experienced, friendly Contract Management professionals.
What’s in it for You
Starting pay of £8.00 per hour (with annual increases)
Potential earnings of around £40,000 once qualified
39 hours per week, Monday to Friday (including day release)
Paid day release to attend college/university
Full on-the-job training
Accredited qualifications up to degree level
Personal skills development
Dedicated mentor support
Additional Benefits
27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
Fully funded degree qualification
Health and wellbeing support
High street and lifestyle discounts
Up to 8 hours paid volunteering time per year
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for motivated individuals who are eager to learn and develop in a commercial role within construction.
Ideally, you will have: GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4–9 / A*–C), A Levels or a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent), Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Excel
You will also:
Have a strong work ethic and positive attitude
Be keen to learn and develop new skills
Have good communication and teamwork abilities
Hold a full UK driving licence
Please note: A DBS check will be required for this role.
About Us
Novus Property Solutions is an award-winning, family-owned business with over 129 years of experience, delivering property maintenance, refurbishment, retrofit and compliance services across Great Britain. With 700+ colleagues in 19 locations, we combine local expertise with national strength.
Joining Novus, you can look forward to a varied and rewarding future with a company that has been recognised as 'Employer of the Year' by Construction News and one that feels passionate that every part of its business should be a great place to workwww.novussolutions.co.uk
Apply Now - Don’t miss this opportunity to build a successful career with Team Novus.
Application Deadline: Friday 03rd July 2026 (may close early if application volumes are high)
Recruitment Process:
Telephone interviews 01st – 03RD July 2026
Assessment centre week commencing 13th July 2026 (Leighton Buzzard)
Start date: August 2026
Location: Leighton Buzzard
At Novus Property Solutions, we are proud to be celebrating 89 years of developing apprentices, the foundation of our success and growth. We are now offering an exciting opportunity to join our Construction Contracts Manager Apprenticeship Programme, designed to develop the next generation of construction professionals.
This role is based within our Housing Partnerships team at our Leighton Buzzard office and provides a structured pathway to becoming a degree-qualified Contract Manager, combining practical experience with academic learning in a supportive and friendly environment.
About the Programme
You will begin by working towards a Level 4 Construction Site Supervisor qualification, with progression to a fully funded Level 6 Degree.
Throughout the programme, you’ll gain hands-on experience while building the technical and commercial skills needed to succeed in the construction industry.
What You’ll Be Doing
As part of the team, you will support the successful delivery of projects by learning and contributing to:
Planning and organising - Managing all aspects of the project/contract through its full lifecycle
Project planning
Resourcing
Sustainability
Risk avoidance
Costs & Quality - Assisting with the cost control/budget of a project, the importance of Quality and right first-time approach, measuring success to a profitable outcome
Health & Safety – Understanding Risk assessments and behaviours in safety critical environments
Stakeholder Management – Developing and maintaining relationships with Colleagues, Subcontractors and clients including supporting in client meetings
Teamwork – The role will give the skills and abilities to not only be part of a team but to play an active role within a busy team whilst learning on the job from a team of established, experienced, friendly Contract Management professionals.
What’s in it for You
Starting pay of £8.00 per hour (with annual increases)
Potential earnings of around £40,000 once qualified
39 hours per week, Monday to Friday (including day release)
Paid day release to attend college/university
Full on-the-job training
Accredited qualifications up to degree level
Personal skills development
Dedicated mentor support
Additional Benefits
27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
Fully funded degree qualification
Health and wellbeing support
High street and lifestyle discounts
Up to 8 hours paid volunteering time per year
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for motivated individuals who are eager to learn and develop in a commercial role within construction.
Ideally, you will have: GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4–9 / A*–C), A Levels or a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent), Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Excel
You will also:
Have a strong work ethic and positive attitude
Be keen to learn and develop new skills
Have good communication and teamwork abilities
Hold a full UK driving licence
Please note: A DBS check will be required for this role.
About Us
Novus Property Solutions is an award-winning, family-owned business with over 129 years of experience, delivering property maintenance, refurbishment, retrofit and compliance services across Great Britain. With 700+ colleagues in 19 locations, we combine local expertise with national strength.
Joining Novus, you can look forward to a varied and rewarding future with a company that has been recognised as 'Employer of the Year' by Construction News and one that feels passionate that every part of its business should be a great place to workwww.novussolutions.co.uk
Apply Now - Don’t miss this opportunity to build a successful career with Team Novus.
Application Deadline: Friday 03rd July 2026 (may close early if application volumes are high)
Recruitment Process:
Telephone interviews 01st – 03RD July 2026
Assessment centre week commencing 13th July 2026 (Leighton Buzzard)
Start date: August 2026
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