Project Management Apprentice September '23 Birmingham, England
Job description
Do you have a passion for the built environment? Would you like to impact the cities of our future? If you enjoyed any of the following subjects, then a career in Project Management might be just for you:-
Geography
Maths
Economics
Physics
Law
If you would like the opportunity to work on some amazing projects whilst studying, then look no further
RPS is looking for a highly motivated individual to become the next generation of our Birmingham Project and Cost Management Team as an apprentice. The role will be based in our brand-new Birmingham office. The position will suit someone with a real interest in the built environment who enjoys learning about development and construction of buildings across all sectors. We will facilitate and sponsor (including payment of course fees) the successful candidate on an RICS APC degree course undertaken part time. The remainder of the full-time post would be spent working with a great team undertaking project and cost consultancy activities on behalf of our clients.
We’re RPS, our projects are all around you. We define, design and manage projects that create shared value to a complex, urbanising and resource-scarce world. Our people are our success. We need people who share our passion on solving the problems that matter. And where you’ll be supported every step of the way. Here is where you come to build a career.
As an apprentice Project Manager, we are looking for an individual with the following attributes:
A strong desire to learn and develop professional skills.
Time management and Organisation skills
Good communication skills
IT skills - Excel essential
Attention to detail
Good communication
Problem solving
Strong numerical skills
As an apprentice Project Manager, you will develop the following skills
Understand procurement and delivery of projects across all sector
Understand and contribute to communication and information management
Learn the technical aspects of design, procurement, implementation and close-out in accordance with the programme
Work on different stages of the project from inception to closeout
Sit in and take meeting notes (moved from QS)
Help Facilitate procurement and contract management
Working with Stakeholders, clients and the design team.
Understand risk management
Attend site to learn snagging inspections and be a part of client meetings
Requirements for a Project Management apprenticeship are as follows:
3 x A Levels with an average B grade pass (C minimum).
Applicants should also have five GCSEs grade C or above or grade 5 to 9 (or equivalent) including English and Mathematics.
Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads.
Good written and verbal communication skills
A willingness to learn and develop your career and professional knowledge
A passion for construction projects
Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Mindful that a truly inclusive organization must make appropriate use of talent on a global basis and without unnecessary barriers, we are committed to embedding diversity and inclusion principles in all People processes in order to be as diverse as the communities and clients we work with, thereby securing, developing, and retaining the best available talent for the company’s future.
Our approach to Diversity and inclusion
Our people live our purpose, deliver our promise, and demonstrate our behaviours every day. Our behaviours define who we are. Developed by our people, they underpin everything that we do. They create the memorable experiences we are known for and make RPS a great place to do great work.
‘Stronger Together’ is one of our five core behaviours and it is inherent in creating an inclusive workplace:
‘We are respectful, acknowledge diversity, and recognise the potential and contribution of everyone. We bring out the best in one another, always assuming best intent. People who learn and grow thrive in our business, sharing in our success.’
Recruitment Agencies
We have a Preferred Supplier List of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list. Please refer to the careers page on our website if you require any further information.
