Apprentice Planner - Level 3 - Reading - 2023 BALFOUR BEATTY PLC
We have an exciting opportunity to work as an Apprentice Planner. This role with give you the opportunity to learn about plans and schedule management whilst working for a market leading company. You will study for the apprenticeship whilst learning from experienced professionals.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 16 Jun 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£15,750.00
Twice annual salary review, pension scheme, flexible benefits
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Working week
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Total hours per week: 37.5
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Expected duration
36 Months
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Possible start date
04 Sep 2023
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Date posted
18 Jan 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000120671
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
- Planning and scheduling practice: Interpret the technical requirements to produce workable schedules, integrated plans and schedule management, levelling and smoothing and impact of uncertainty and risk.
- Use a variety of Microsoft Packages (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint) to compose and update documents
- Liaising with Managers and Engineers to discuss progress of the project and address any issues
- Liaise with external contractors and suppliers to organise the phases of the schedule
- Communication with Clients, Suppliers and Senior leadership team
- Identify trends and variances using techniques such as earned value analysis, forecasting, critical path analysis and risk analysis
- Monitor progress/performance and analyse data
- Produce estimate programmes and schedules
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Balfour Beatty offers a comprehensive training programme in Planning with the opportunity of completing industry recognised vocational qualifications. You will provide effective, efficient, confidential and comprehensive administrative support to our business. As part of the Apprenticeship scheme you will be supported with gaining an NVQ level 3 Project Controls Technician Apprenticeship as well as other training opportunities.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, we will look to explore further opportunities within Balfour Beatty and further development of you and your career. If you start on Level 3, you will look to progress through higher level apprenticeships.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4-9) Essential
About the employer
Employer
BALFOUR BEATTY PLC

About disability confident
https://balfourbeattycareers.com/
Address
Aldermaston
Reading
RG7 4PR
Training
Training provider
BRIDGWATER AND TAUNTON COLLEGE
Apprenticeship standard
Project controls technician
Level 3 (A level)
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 16 Jun 2023