Level 3 Apprentice Contract Management/Construction Support Technician
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Company: CLADCEIL LTD
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Location: ILKESTON, DE7 8EF
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
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Sector: Construction and the built environment
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Ref: NAS-2000022015
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Application Deadline Date: 14/04/2026
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Start Date: 05/05/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Friday, 7.30am - 4.00pm. 30 mins unpaid lunch break.
Brief Description
The Project Management Apprentice will support the successful delivery of construction projects by assisting with the smooth running of sites from project handover through to completion.
Training to be Provided
This role forms part of the progression towards a Contract Manager position. Apprentices are encouraged to:
- Learn and understand the responsibilities of the Contract Manager
- Demonstrate initiative and ownership of site operations
- Develop leadership, planning, and communication skills required for career progression
Future Prospects
Successful completion of the apprenticeship and development within the role may lead to progression opportunities such as:
- Junior Contracts Manager
- Contracts Manager
There are also options to progress onto a Level 4 Higher Apprenticeship in one of the Construction In the Built Environment (CIBE) programmes.
However this is dependent on if the job role is suitable, the employer is happy to support and the candidate is willing to.
Vacancy Detail
The following is what you will be trained to do during the 2 year apprenticeship.
The role involves supporting site management with health & safety, quality assurance, planning, communication, and programme monitoring to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved drawings and specifications.
Key Objectives
Site Setup
- Attend project handover meetings with the Contract Manager (CM), and Estimating team
- Assist the CM in setting up the site office and project files
- Support the setup and delivery of site inductions for all personnel working on the project
Daily Site Management
- Assist with organising and managing site deliveries in line with project requirements
- Attend daily site briefings such as Safe Start meetings or daily activity briefings organised by the main contractor
- Ensure site documentation and daily records are maintained
Quality Management
- Ensure Quality Assurance (QA) processes are implemented and followed throughout the project
- Develop knowledge of all products being used on the project, particularly fire-related systems and their correct installation requirements
- Ensure inspections are completed as required and that any defects are recorded and closed out
Site Health & Safety
- Maintain and complete all required documentation within the site health and safety files
- Assist in preparing and updating Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS)
Communication
- Monitor project email chains and communications to stay informed of updates and project developments
- Weekly Internal Contracts Meetings
Proactive Site Management
The Apprentice Project Manager is expected to develop proactive thinking by regularly reviewing upcoming site activities, including:
- Planned works for upcoming weeks
- Material and equipment requirements
- Fixings and consumables
- Site readiness for upcoming works
- Equipment or plant requirements
- Opportunities to off-hire unused plant
Cost Awareness and Site Efficiency
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the project team to complete works safely, on time, and within budget
- Minimising programme delays where possible
- Ensuring works commence only when suitable work areas are available
- Escalating potential cost impacts or programme risks to the Contract Manager
- Supporting the company objective of completing works on fixed-price labour wherever possible