Trainee Construction Project Manager Apprentice

Summary

As a Trainee Project Manager, the successful candidate will be part of the UK’s leading architectural glass specialist. The Trainee Project Manager will work alongside our experienced team whilst undertaking formal qualifications in construction management.

Wage

£15,704 to £25,396.80, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Salary negotiable depending on experience

Training course

Construction site management (degree) (level 6)

Hours

This is a full time position, working Monday to Friday 8.30am – 5.30pm (40 hours per week).

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 July 2025

Duration

3 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

The Trainee Project Manager will work under the guidance of senior colleagues and learn to manage and deliver successful construction projects from tender to completion, whilst undertaking formal qualifications in Construction Management.

The Trainee Project Manager will assist and learn the following tasks during their training programme:

Successful planning, set-up and execution of the project
Developing the project programme and tracking key milestones as the project progresses
Understanding Risk Assessments and Method Statements for the site construction activities
Reviewing the work being undertaken on site and producing project progress reports
Participating in both internal and external project meetings
Organising and managing the project quality assurance records for the construction and handover phases of the project
Understanding the project environmental goals (BREEAM, LEED, SKA, etc.) and ensuring compliance
In conjunction with the commercial team, determine the project procurement strategy, produce sub-contractor labour/supplier enquiries and assist with monthly financial reporting

Where you'll work

This apprenticeship is available in these locations:

OAG Ltd, Courtyard House, West End Road, High Wycombe, HP11 2QB
Cornhill, London, EC3V 3PD

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY

Your training course

Construction site management (degree) (level 6)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Be able to set and review objectives, identify resources and their limitations and plan activities and work methods to ensure project completion on time.
Be able to identify and manage risks of health, safety and welfare in line with legislation, hazards and safe systems of work.
Be able to identify the standards required by clients and other stakeholders and implement effective procedures for managing, recording and improving quality.
Be able to manage construction activities in a way that contributes to sustainable development and implements best practice.
Be able to manage legal and contractual matters relating to the site and work within commercial and legal constraints to ensure effective project outcomes.
Be able to investigate problems, causes and effects and determine solutions.
Be able to identify, obtain and process information required to manage projects.
Be able to manage risk and plan for its mitigation to minimise its impact.
Be able to manage and appraise team members and specialist contractors, build teams, advise on development and resolve conflicts to ensure effective teamwork.
Be able to identify areas for improvement, and implement innovative solutions.
Be able to effectively manage and supervise specialist contractors and operatives during the construction phase.
Be able to identify and rectify common defects in construction activities.

Your training plan

During the study period, it is expected that the role holder attends college/university one day per week. The location of the place of learning to be agreed with the successful candidate.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

including Maths and English (grade A*- C/9 -4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Team working

About this company

The successful candidate will be part of the UK’s leading architectural glass specialist. In the fast track industry of commercial building, we pride ourselves in offering quality service and innovative design that allows our clients to create flexible environments. OAG has extensive experience in the design, development and installation of architectural glazing, balustrading, facade’s, curtain wall, atriums, fire-rated glass products, glass roofs and floor systems.

https://www.oag.uk.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

OAG offers a competitive salary and benefits, including 25 days holiday (increases with long service), private medical cover*, pension contribution*, employee assistance programme with excellent well-being benefits. *subject to qualifying periods.

After this apprenticeship

Following successful completion, the role holder will progress to an Assistant Project Manager position.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

OAG Ltd

Cally Bravington-Smith

hr@optimasystems.com

01494492600

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000318050.

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Closes in 28 days (Saturday 31 May 2025 at 11:59pm)

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