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Construction Site Management Degree Apprentice
Location: Berkshire (RG7 4PR)
Salary: £24,500 a year
Closing Date: Sunday 31 January 2027
Summary
As a Construction Site Management Degree Apprentice, you’ll learn how large construction projects are planned, managed, and delivered safely. You’ll work with experienced teams on AWE’s new build programme, developing the skills needed to help manage construction activity on site.
Wage
- Starting salary of £24,500 yearly, increasing to £26,000 in Year 2, with further annual salary increases throughout your apprenticeship, subject to satisfactory performance and achievement of apprenticeship milestones.
- Market-leading contributory pension scheme.
- Generous paid holiday entitlement of 270 hours per year, inclusive of Bank Holidays, plus every other Friday off as part of AWE’s flexible working pattern.
Training
Course: Construction site management (degree) (level 6)
Hours: 9 day fortnight. 33 hrs on the short week, 8hrs 15 mins per day. 41 hrs on the long week, 8hrs 15 mins per day Monday to Thursday and Fridays 8hrs. Please note hours may alter due to your offsite training establishment training times.
Start Date: Wednesday 1 September 2027
Duration: 3 years
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 a Construction Site Management Degree Apprentice, you’ll learn how large construction projects are planned, managed, and delivered safely. You’ll work with experienced teams on AWE’s new build programme, developing the skills needed to help manage construction activity on site. In this role, you could be involved in:
- Helping make sure work on site is carried out safely and in line with agreed procedures
- Supporting teams to keep construction work moving to plan
- Learning how projects are managed to agreed standards, budgets, and requirements
- Understanding how construction work can be delivered responsibly, with consideration for the environment and local community
- Working with different teams, contractors, and stakeholders to help projects run smoothly
- Checking that work meets the required quality standards and project specifications
Where you'll work
Atomic Weapons Establishment Aldermaston Reading Berkshire RG7 4PR
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider: AWE PLC
Training course: Construction site management (degree) (level 6)
What you'll learn
- 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 minimize 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.
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Training schedule: 3 year apprenticeship plus up to 18 months for End Point Assessment (up to 54 months total). More training information Please note that the training provider for this apprenticeship will be an external organisation and is yet to be confirmed. We will share details once they are finalised. Training may be delivered through either day release or block release, depending on the provider and apprenticeship programme.
Requirements
Essential qualifications:
- GCSE in: 5 inc English and Maths (grade 4/C or above)
- Level 4 Apprenticeship in: Related subject (grade Pass)
- HNC in: Related subject (grade Merit or above)
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
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Maths
Other requirements:
- Start Date: 1st September 2027. Annual leave will not be granted from 1st September until 1st October due to mandatory inductions you are required to complete as part of your apprenticeship and must be agreed in advance.
- All candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.
- Due to the security requirements associated with this apprenticeship, applicants must be British Nationals and be aged 18 or over by 31 August 2027.
- HNC in related subject with merit grade or Level 4 Apprenticeship in relevant subject or equivalent level 4 qualification. If you do not have a Level 4 qualification please look at the other Level 6 Engineering Apprenticeships available as you will not be eligible for this apprenticeship.
- Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs Grade 4/C or above including Maths and English or equivalent.
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About this employer
We’re a team of remarkable people, united by one extraordinary mission: keeping the UK safe and secure. The UK’s independent nuclear deterrent has existed for 75 years to deter the most extreme threats to our national security and way of life, helping to guarantee our safety, and that of our NATO allies.
Our work is critical. We’re delivering Astraea, the next warhead for the UK’s nuclear deterrent and pushing the boundaries of nuclear science and technology. But that’s just part of the story.
We support the UK government in a range of vital areas – from counter-terrorism to global nuclear test monitoring to building a world-class community of experts in nuclear science. This is work that protects lives and strengthens national security.
At AWE, you’ll find more than just a job. You’ll find purpose, growth, and a community like no other. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your career to the next level, this is your chance to learn from the best, develop your skills, and be part of something truly unique.
Be extraordinary at AWE. http://www.awe.co.uk
Company benefits
- Access to employee discounts portal — everyday savings on retail, hospitality, and leisure.
- Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
Alongside these benefits, you will learn from experienced specialists in their fields while contributing to work that supports national nuclear security, threat reduction, and counter-terrorism.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay.
After completing your apprenticeship, you’ll have developed the foundations for a career in construction and site management. Possible future roles could include:
- Construction Engineer
- Construction Manager
- Longer term pathway to Senior and Principal Construction Manager
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The contact for this apprenticeship is: AWE PLC Early Careers earlycareers@awe.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059368.
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