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Reference Number
VAC2000022015
Closing Date
Tuesday 14th April 2026
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Duration
2 Years
Planned Start Date
Tuesday 5th May 2026
Salary
£15,600 a year
Apprenticeship Area
Construction and the built environment
Apprenticeship Standard
Construction support technician

Job description

The Project Management Apprentice will support the successful delivery of construction projects by assisting with the smooth running of sites from project handover through to completion. 

The following is what you will be trained to do during the 2 year apprenticeship.

The role involves supporting site management with health & safety, quality assurance, planning, communication, and programme monitoring to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.

Key Objectives

Site Setup

  • Attend project handover meetings with the Contract Manager (CM), and Estimating team
  • Assist the CM in setting up the site office and project files
  • Support the setup and delivery of site inductions for all personnel working on the project

Daily Site Management

  • Assist with organising and managing site deliveries in line with project requirements
  • Attend daily site briefings such as Safe Start meetings or daily activity briefings organised by the main contractor
  • Ensure site documentation and daily records are maintained

Quality Management

  • Ensure Quality Assurance (QA) processes are implemented and followed throughout the project
  • Develop knowledge of all products being used on the project, particularly fire-related systems and their correct installation requirements
  • Ensure inspections are completed as required and that any defects are recorded and closed out

Site Health & Safety

  • Maintain and complete all required documentation within the site health and safety files
  • Assist in preparing and updating Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)

Communication

  • Monitor project email chains and communications to stay informed of updates and project developments
  • Weekly Internal Contracts Meetings

Proactive Site Management

The Apprentice Project Manager is expected to develop proactive thinking by regularly reviewing upcoming site activities, including:

  • Planned works for upcoming weeks
  • Material and equipment requirements
  • Fixings and consumables
  • Site readiness for upcoming works
  • Equipment or plant requirements
  • Opportunities to off-hire unused plant

Cost Awareness and Site Efficiency

Key responsibilities include:

  • Supporting the project team to complete works safely, on time, and within budget
  • Minimising programme delays where possible
  • Ensuring works commence only when suitable work areas are available
  • Escalating potential cost impacts or programme risks to the Contract Manager
  • Supporting the company objective of completing works on fixed-price labour wherever possible

Vacancy information

Monday to Friday, 7.30am - 4.00pm. 30 mins unpaid lunch break.
37.5 hours per week

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • GCSE English & maths minimum 4 or C or Level 2 pass (Essential)

This role forms part of the progression towards a Contract Manager position. Apprentices are encouraged to:

  • Learn and understand the responsibilities of the Contract Manager
  • Demonstrate initiative and ownership of site operations
  • Develop leadership, planning, and communication skills required for career progression

Successful completion of the apprenticeship and development within the role may lead to progression opportunities such as:

  • Junior Contracts Manager
  • Contracts Manager

There are also options to progress onto a Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship in one of the Construction In the Built Environment (CIBE) programmes.

However this is dependent on if the job role is suitable, the employer is happy to support and the candidate is willing to.

Employer information

At Cladceil Ltd we’ve been a leading East Midlands based Roofing and Cladding contractor  in the cladding industry since 1986. With decades of experience, we specialise in providing innovative, high-quality cladding solutions for industrial,  commercial retail and leisure projects. With extensive experience, we deliver high-quality, competitive solutions for all types of roofing and cladding projects. As approved contractors for major roofing systems in the UK, we ensure on-time, on-budget delivery, regardless of project size.

Our skilled team manages every aspect from survey to project completion, ensuring clear communication throughout. We specialise in both new builds and refurbishments. We hold numerous accreditations, including CHAS, ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO45001, Constructionline Gold & SMAS.  We are Members of NFRC & The Supply Chain Sustainability School.

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Vacancy location

Address Details:

CLADCEIL LTD
MANNERS AVENUE
MANNERS INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
ILKESTON
DE7 8EF