Contract Administration Apprentice
FP MCCANN
Weston Underwood (DE6 4PH)
Closes on Tuesday 15 December 2026
Posted on 5 November 2026
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Summary
As part of the project delivery team responsible for the design, off-site manufacture and on-site construction of a portfolio of schemes ranging from flooring and tanks to high-rise residential, student villages to prisons, the Contract Administration Apprentice is responsible for assisting with the commercial and contractual management of the projects.
You will work within the Commercial team under the support and supervision of a dedicated mentor.
- Wage
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£15,600 to £24,784.50, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
This role is paid in line with the 2027 National Minimum Wage and will depend on the successful candidate's age at the start of employment: Age 16-17: £8.31 per hour Age 18-20: £11.27 per hour National Living Wage (21 and over): £13.21 per hour
- Training course
- Construction support technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Working pattern is to be confirmed.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 18 January 2027
- Duration
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1 year 11 months
- Positions available
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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
As part of the project delivery team responsible for the design, off-site manufacture and on-site construction of a portfolio of schemes ranging from flooring and tanks to high-rise residential, student villages to prisons, the Contract Administration Apprentice is responsible for assisting with the commercial and contractual management of the projects.
You will work within the Commercial team under the support and supervision of a dedicated mentor.
What you will do in the short term:
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Initially you will spend time learning about the products and services that we provide.
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With other colleagues, you will attend meetings with internal stakeholders and external customers.
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You will visit our production and construction sites to learn how we produce components off site and construct the works on site.
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You will learn how to navigate our internal systems.
What you will do in the long term:
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You will administer the contracts negotiated by the commercial department, including raising applications for payment, issuing relevant notices and ensuring each contract is correctly administered.
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You will be given the opportunity and support to progress your professional development.
Where you'll work
Bullhurst Lane
Weston Underwood
DE6 4PH
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
LEARNING SKILLS PARTNERSHIP LTD
Training course
Construction support technician (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Apply and integrate appropriate mathematical and technical knowledge in the completion of built environment site and/or office processes to contribute to the coordination of construction projects.
- Comply with health and safety regulations and procedures. Identify and document risks and hazards. Apply statutory and company environmental and safe working practices. Produce construction project risk assessment and method statements.
- Communicate verbally to internal and external stakeholders using a range of techniques in line with company policies.
- Interpret and abstract contract documentation to develop site solutions.
- Apply digital construction processes to produce resource lists from tender and contract documentation.
- The use of project tendering, measurement and costing systems to assist with the planning of schedules of work and to provide early warning of problems for all contract phases on site.
- Plan, carry out and manage own work in line with management requirements, assessing tasks, scheduling work, achieving deadlines, reviewing performance and keeping records of work undertaken.
- Apply sustainable principles and low carbon processes in order to implement site environmental solutions.
- Use information technology. For example, for document creation, communication, and information management. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
- Plan and undertake continued professional development (CPD) to maintain and enhance competence in their own area of practice.
- Communicate in written form to internal and external stakeholders using a range of techniques and reporting mechanisms in line with company policies, using construction and built environment terminology.
- Apply and integrate appropriate mathematical and technical knowledge in the completion of built environment site and/or office processes to contribute to the coordination of construction projects.
- Comply with health and safety regulations and procedures. Identify and document risks and hazards. Apply statutory and company environmental and safe working practices. Produce construction project risk assessment and method statements.
- Communicate verbally to internal and external stakeholders using a range of techniques in line with company policies.
- Interpret and abstract contract documentation to develop site solutions.
- Apply digital construction processes to produce resource lists from tender and contract documentation.
- The use of project tendering, measurement and costing systems to assist with the planning of schedules of work and to provide early warning of problems for all contract phases on site.
- Plan, carry out and manage own work in line with management requirements, assessing tasks, scheduling work, achieving deadlines, reviewing performance and keeping records of work undertaken.
- Apply sustainable principles and low carbon processes in order to implement site environmental solutions.
- Use information technology. For example, for document creation, communication, and information management. Comply with GDPR and cyber security.
- Plan and undertake continued professional development (CPD) to maintain and enhance competence in their own area of practice.
- Communicate in written form to internal and external stakeholders using a range of techniques and reporting mechanisms in line with company policies, using construction and built environment terminology.
Training schedule
As part of your Apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto a nationally recognised Construction Support Technician Level 3 standard via our training partner, Learning Skills Partnership. Your Apprenticeship typically takes 23 months to complete and is fully supported through a combination of regular online lessons, e-learning materials, and access to their team of experts for 1-2-1 advice and support.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Maths (grade 4/C)
- English (grade 4/C)
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
- Organisation skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
About this employer
FP McCann is the largest manufacturer and supplier of precast concrete solutions in the United Kingdom. Operating from thirteen ISO9001-accredited manufacturing facilities across the UK, FP McCann provides a comprehensive range of high-quality precast concrete solutions. These offerings include products for drainage and water management, tunnels and shafts, rail, power & infrastructure, walling, fencing, agricultural applications, flooring, filter bed systems, bespoke precast solutions, tanks and chambers, dock leveller pit systems, box culverts, building products, and architectural and structural products. The company prides itself on customising solutions to maximise client value, considering site conditions, design specifications, and construction requirements.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
There are excellent opportunities for progression within the company, with a strong focus on continued learning and personal development.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
LEARNING SKILLS PARTNERSHIP LTD
Learning Skills Partnership
holly.parkinson@learningskillspartnership.com
01482 338844
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000062795.
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Closes on Tuesday 15 December 2026
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