Construction Site Supervisor Apprentice

Bray & Slaughter

BRISTOL (BS3 5RD)

Closes on Saturday 30 May 2026

Posted on 12 March 2026

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Summary

Our Apprenticeship programme provides an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career in construction, offering experience on live projects and mentoring while you work towards your Level 4 Apprenticeship. You’ll support project planning and site operations to help deliver projects on time and to a high standard.

Wage

£22,000 a year

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Training course
Construction site supervisor (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 5.00pm, with 1-hour unpaid lunch break.

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

Duration

2 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

  • Assist with project planning, scheduling, and execution on site
  • Support day-to-day site operations, including inductions, supervision, and logistics
  • Maintain accurate site records such as daily diaries, permits, inductions, and progress reports
  • Help manage and update risk assessments, method statements, and site rules
  • Assist with the collation of O&M Manuals and Health & Safety Files
  • Use document control platforms such as SharePoint and Procore to manage project data
  • Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contractor documentation
  • Support quality assurance, snagging, and monitoring compliance with safety and environmental standards
  • Liaise with subcontractors, clients, and project teams to ensure clear communication and site coordination
  • Participate in meetings and toolbox talks, and contributing to health, safety, and environmental initiatives (e.g., CCS and BREEAM)

Where you'll work

LOCKS MILLS
PARSON STREET
BRISTOL
BS3 5RD

Training

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

Training provider

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF ESTATE MANAGEMENT

Training course

Construction site supervisor (level 4)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Identify risk of activities and encourage all employees to demonstrate safety-conscious behaviours.
  • Assess, identify and record the environmental impact of projects.
  • Assist in the implementation of the most appropriate solutions for construction projects.
  • Use effective management principles and be able to supervise construction workers.
  • Understand overall plan for project and measure and record progress against plan.
  • Assess and report on quality standards and assist in commissioning of finished construction projects.
  • Understand financial and legal constraints and measure and record progress against budget.

Training schedule

Construction Site Supervisor Level 4.

Of the 40-hour working week, one day (8-hours) is dedicated to study or training sessions, with the remaining 32-hours spent working on-site or in the workplace. If study sessions aren’t scheduled in a particular week, apprentices are still expected to complete their normal working hours.

The training is provided by UBE (formerly UCEM), who deliver sessions online. Therefore, most of the study will take place remotely, allowing for flexible learning without the need for travel to a physical college location.

More training information

The University of the Built Environment was formerly known as the University College of Estate Management.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • GCSE English (or an equivalent qualification) (grade Grade 4 (or C) or above)
  • Mathematics (or an equivalent qualification) (grade Grade 4 (or C) or above)

Other in:

n/a (grade n/a)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

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

Other requirements

  • Apprentices must have the right to work in England and meet the Department for Education (DfE) residency status requirements
  • Spend at least 50% of their working hours in England
  • Be 18 years or over at the start of the programme and be directly employed in a job role that will enable the requirements of the apprenticeship to be achieved (due to insurance purposes)
  • Applicants must hold a full UK driving licence or be working towards one, and must ensure they can travel to project locations until their licence is obtained

Please refer to University of the Built Environment's admission requirements.

This role is a blend of office and site-based activities - site locations tbc.

About this employer

We’ve been creating high-quality, meaningful spaces for 125 years, blending technical expertise with a genuine understanding of how the built environment impacts communities. Our approach combines innovation, design excellence, and a personal commitment to outstanding service. Every project is a chance to build something lasting and impactful, and we pride ourselves on listening closely, working collaboratively, and consistently exceeding expectations. Our goal is to lead the industry by shaping spaces that truly enrich the lives of those who use them. Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone is treated with respect, feels a genuine sense of belonging, and has the opportunity to thrive and contribute fully. It is important to us that our team reflects the diverse community in which we operate. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, including those from ethnic and religious communities, LGBTQ+ groups, people with disabilities or neurodiverse conditions, individuals from varied socioeconomic backgrounds, and women. If you have a disability or neurodiverse condition, please let us know so we can provide reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process and beyond.

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Company benefits

We offer a range of benefits including:

  • Contributory pension
  • Access to cycle to work scheme
  • 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
  • Day off for your birthday
  • Holiday buy-back scheme

After this apprenticeship

Achieving the Level 4 Construction Site Supervisor Apprenticeship will provide you with the skills and qualifications needed to manage construction projects effectively and progress into site management roles. It combines academic learning with practical experience and is accredited by leading professional bodies such as CIOB. Completing this qualification strengthens your career prospects, enhances your professional credibility, and supports your progression within the construction industry.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

Bray & Slaughter

Katie Corbett

katie.corbett@brayandslaughter.co.uk

07469859824

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000017443.

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Closes on Saturday 30 May 2026