Construction Site Manager Apprentice

AZTEC CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LIMITED

Cambridge, CB5 8JL

Closes on Saturday 30 November

Posted on 23 October 2024

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Summary

At Aztec construction we are committed to creating an environment where every person feels included and is treated equally, fairly and with respect. We actively promote an inclusive culture and with this approach we believe it brings out the best in everyone and creates a bright, dynamic, motivated, inspirational and rewarding environment

Annual wage
Competitive

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The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

Training course
Construction site management (degree) (level 6)
Hours
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm including one day off for study 40 hours a week

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Wednesday 1 January

Duration

3 years 7 months

Positions available

2

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

In this role you will:

  • Assist the site team in managing daily activities and overseeing the work of subcontractors.
  • Learn how to lead site operations safely and effectively, helping the team achieve their project goals
  • Assist in coordinating off-site work and managing health and safety documentation, all while contributing to project reporting and maintaining compliance with safety standards
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships within the team and supply chain will be key, as will representing the Aztec brand and values
  • Take responsibility for specific tasks under supervision and work towards achieving your personal targets

Where you’ll work

444 Newmarket Road

Cambridge

CB5 8JL

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF ESTATE MANAGEMENT

Your training course

Construction site management (degree) (level 6)

Equal to degree

Course contents
  • 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 minimise 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.

    • Your training plan

    This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

    Requirements

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

    Skills

    • Communication skills
    • IT skills
    • Attention to detail
    • Organisation skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Logical
    • Team working
    • Initiative

    About this company

    Main Contracting Business

    After this apprenticeship

    Fully Qualified Construction Manager working towards CIOB accreditation.

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF ESTATE MANAGEMENT

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000283839.

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    Closes on Saturday 30 November

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