Apprentice Construction Manager
DALKIA ENERGY SERVICES LIMITED
London (EC2R 7HJ)
Closes in 27 days (Friday 1 May 2026)
Posted on 1 April 2026
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Summary
Are you a motivated and enthusiastic individual looking to join our London team as a Degree Apprentice - Junior Construction Manager. The opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting the M&E construction and installation of low-carbon energy systems, while studying towards a Construction Management degree.
- Wage
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Competitive
Competitive wage offered
- Training course
- Construction site management (degree) (level 6)
- Hours
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Normal hours of work will be between from 08:00 - 17:00, Monday to Friday.
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 7 September 2026
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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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
Operational Support:
- Assist in compiling information for the Construction Phase Plan and collaborate with the Principal Designer and QSHE team
- Support the review of subcontractor drawings, technical submissions, method statements and risk assessments for compliance and buildability
- Maintain accurate daily records of on‑site progress, quality checks, and photographic evidence
- Work with the Project Planner and site team to help update programmes and provide data for commercial reporting
- Attend subcontractor progress meetings, take minutes, record issues, and track outstanding information or actions
- Support preparation and issuing of site instructions and assist the commercial team with valuations and variations
- Ensure all site teams are working in line with the latest revision of construction drawings
Site Coordination:
- Help manage site logistics including deliveries, storage, access routes and sequencing
- Act as a point of communication for subcontractors’ day‑to‑day queries, escalating as required
- Support client and consultant communication through clear updates, reports and professional interaction
Quality, Health, Safety & Environment (QSHE):
- Assist with daily monitoring of site activities to ensure compliance with QSHE systems including inductions, registers, inspections, and safe working practices
- Support the implementation of CDM responsibilities and site welfare arrangements under the guidance of senior managers
- Contribute to preparation of risk assessment, and participate in the relevant review and approval process
- Help record and escalate accidents, incidents and near misses using internal reporting platforms
Learning & Development:
- Apply academic learning to practical site scenarios across safety, engineering, planning and commercial disciplines
- Shadow senior project managers, construction managers and engineers to build understanding of project delivery
- Maintain apprenticeship portfolio evidence including logs, reflective journals and competency records, balancing work responsibilities with academic study requirements
Where you'll work
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Angel Court
Angel Court
London
EC2R 7HJ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY
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.
Training schedule
Construction Site Management (degree) Level 6.
The course is delivered on a semester pattern at LSBU, each semester being 15-weeks in duration. Students study six modules at each level.
The course duration is three years, part-time, taught one day per week over six semesters with two or three modules being taught in each semester.
Final completion of the apprenticeship is subject to successful completion of the End Point Assessment.
The course will be a mixture of lecture, tutorials and practical based exercises and will be assessed by a wide variety of methods including, written coursework, presentations, projects and multiple-choice examinations.
All students are allocated a personal tutor who they will normally meet with once per semester. As an apprentice they will also be allocated a Skills Assessor who will be ensuring that regular progress reviews take place and that they are on track for completion of the apprenticeship.
More training information
London South Bank University.
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
Course Content:
- Planning and managing construction activities within live environments
- Health, safety and wellbeing management in line with UK construction regulations, with emphasis on operational sites
- Construction technology and installation of energy infrastructure
- Commercial awareness, including cost control, procurement and contract administration within complex, multi-stakeholder projects
- Sustainable construction and environmental management, supporting low-carbon and net zero delivery
- Digital construction tools and techniques and project data management
- Leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills for working in complex team environments
- Legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to industry
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Other in:
- In related subject (grade Merit)
- In relevant subject or equivalent (grade Pass)
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
- Problem solving skills
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
Other requirements
Passing a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
About this employer
Join Dalkia UK and be part of a team that's helping to shape a greener, more sustainable future! As one of the UK’s leading technical and energy services providers, we work with organisations across the country to deliver innovative solutions that support the journey to Net Zero.
With over 5,000 talented people driving our mission, we’re passionate about creating a resilient, prosperous, and environmentally responsible society — and we’re always looking for new talent to grow with us.
Within Dalkia Energy Services, we design and deliver tailored low‑carbon solutions that boost efficiency, cut costs and support real‑world progress toward Net Zero. Join us and help make a healthier, more sustainable future a reality.
https://www.dalkia.co.uk (opens in new tab)
Company benefits
We offer access to a company pension scheme, alongside 25 days paid holiday + bank holidays and a range of benefits such as Health Cash Back plans, cycle to work scheme and MyPerks where you can access hundreds of offers.
After this apprenticeship
You will have access to a range of experiences across projects and teams, helping you build a strong foundation of skills and knowledge in construction and project management fundamentals. While career paths will naturally evolve over time, you can expect ongoing support, mentoring and opportunities to develop in line with both your interests and the needs of the business.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
DALKIA ENERGY SERVICES LIMITED
Susie Marguet
recruitment.desl@dalkia.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000024600.
Apply now
Closes in 27 days (Friday 1 May 2026)
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