Construction Apprentice

SMD Ltd, is a leading provider of structural metal decking solutions across the UK, is offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and motivated individual to join our Contract Team as a Construction Apprentice.

You’ll be working on a variety of construction projects, assisting in site operations from start to finish. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, you will gain well rounded skills and knowledge in all aspects of a construction project. This includes estimation, commercial, technical and site management whilst learning how to maintain health and safety standards, and ensure work is delivered to a high quality and on schedule.

Our Contracts Team manage projects from start to finish - they secure, design, process and deliver every project. As part of the team, you will support with various tasks within the areas of estimating and sales, commercial, design & construction management.

Duties would include but are not limited to:

Answering phone calls & emails Booking in estimates and chasing customers for status updates Completing pre-qualification information for prospective customers Processing, printing and posting site drawings Logging site diary information provided and collating weekly contract report for issue Processing & logging time sheet information & site paperwork Providing document control support for all team functions Collating and issuing site documentation Assist in organising and booking in site equipment, deliveries & sub contract labour Attend and contribute to internal team meetings and deliver agreed actions when requested Support with various forms of data entry

Training:
General job role training will be given in house by members of the Contract Team alongside our Training & Development Manager for any visits to a construction site On the job training and college release. Detailed training plan to be confirmed in apprentice e-portfolio

Training Outcome:
Progression to Full Time employment

Employer Description:
Since 1987, SMD have been shaping the skyline of Britain and skylines across the world by designing, supplying and installing products that help form iconic buildings that we all know. Initially, we specialised in composite metal floor deck and, over the years, have developed a suite of market leading profiles that complement our first-class design and installation service. Our floor deck profiles are available on their own or as a ‘Complete Solution’ where we design, manufacture, deliver and install the fall arrest systems, floor deck, shear studs and concrete in a single package. In addition, we offer structural roof deck profiles, void protection systems and a concrete topping service. All our products come with our excellent design and installation service. SMD’s business strategy is very much based around providing quality products and first-class service, ensuring our clients’ needs are delivered at all levels, and that the business develops to meet their future needs. We strive to deliver SMD’s main goals of Quality, Service, Safety and Sustainability. To complement our comprehensive product range, we offer a wealth of technical experience on our website and in person. The pre-construction and manufacturing elements are only the first part of the story. A quality product is only ‘true quality’ when successfully installed on your project. Our operations are structured to ensure effective management of your project. Delivered through a network of regional construction teams and backed up by directly employed site operatives.

Working Hours :
Monday - Thursdays, 08:45 - 17:00 and Friday, 08:00 - 15:00

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience