Construction Management Trainee Apprenticeship

Under the guidance of experienced supervisors, you'll play a vital role in the delivery of our construction projects and support services. Working closely with experienced line management, you'll contribute to various aspects of project execution while pursuing an NVQ in construction.

Your commitment to off-the-job training will be integral to your professional development, complementing your daily responsibilities within Collins' projects and departments.

Through active participation and dedication, you'll acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to thrive as a fully operational construction professional within our team.

Technical Skills - Driving towards:

Knowledge of the company, sector and wider industry. Understanding and adhering to policies, and government legislation relevant to Collins Ability to read and understand technical documentation particularly Design Information A full understanding of the project scope and design, know the professional team and appreciate site restrictions and the like. Timely completion of tasks and assignments issued by the university and Collins, as well as delivering presentations to staff and other stakeholders. Participating in on and offsite reviews, workshops & meetings Building professional relationships with colleagues and clients. Contribute to the evaluation of business processes and performance, using best practice, identify opportunities for improving efficiency and effectiveness of operational delivery. To undertake and monitor potential risk and opportunity under direct supervision of line management, escalate any emergent risks or issues that are identified for capture and mitigation. Observing statutory health and safety requirements whilst assisting the team with maintaining those within the work area to engender a safe environment for all persons that come affected. At all times consider environmental issues.

Personal Skills

To be successful as an apprentice, you must have great time management skills and be willing to fit into the existing staff structure. Good time management is critical, and interpersonal skills. Strict adherence with Collins processes and procedures. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities. A growth mindset and passion for learning. Develop the attitude and resulting behaviours required of the role and the team in line with the Four Principles. Be well-organised, flexible, and willing to assist wherever possible. Keeping records of everything learned. Building professional relationships with colleagues and clients. Outstanding apprentices are those who respond well to criticism, build good relationships with colleagues, and ultimately make a lasting impression.

Training:

Qualification/Training:Level 4 HNC in Construction Site Supervision.  From successful completion of the L4 HNC, there are options to further specialise at an undergraduate level. Students from this course have gone on to become Project Managers and Quantity Surveyors.

Where/when will you do your training: Classroom based learning will take place 1-day per week at London Southbank University - exact day to be confirmed on enrolment. 

When you are not attending classroom learning you are expected to attend your workplace position.

Training Outcome:

Following successful completion of the Level 4 HNC and work placement, there is scope to progress into a preferred division of the business i.e. Quantity Surveying, Project Management etc. Collins will continue to support the right candidates through further education alongside the role, should the apprentice wish to.

Employer Description:
Collins Construction deliver high quality fit outs and refurbishments within the healthcare, workplace, retail, leisure and education sectors, which exceed expectations through perseverance and the experience of our motivated, flexible and focused teams. Our head office is based in Croydon, but all our projects are in and around central London. You can find more information on our website.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8.00am – 5:30pm, with one day at London Southbank University.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Passionate and committed,Proactive & self starter,Confident and assertive,Empathetic,Accountable,Good time management,Honest & self aware