Apprentice Construction Site Supervisor

EMERSON WILLIS LTD

SOUTH OCKENDON, RM15 4XD

Closes in 13 days (Friday 18 October)

Posted on 30 September 2024

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Summary

We’re seeking a motivated Apprentice Site Supervisor to join our team and learn from experienced Site Managers. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in overseeing construction sites and developing essential skills in project management, understanding specifications, plans and drawings, health and safety and costs.

Annual wage
£18,500 a year

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Training course
Construction site supervisor (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday: 7am - 4pm (breaks to be confirmed)

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Wednesday 1 January

Duration

2 Years 6 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

  • Shadowing Site Managers: Work closely with seasoned professionals to understand the nuances of site management, learning from their expertise and guidance
  • General Site Operations: Take an active role in the day-to-day running of construction sites, including interpreting specifications, plans and drawings
  • Value Engineering: Contribute ideas and strategies for optimising project efficiency without compromising quality, ensure cost effectiveness and innovative problem solving
  • Cost Management: Gain insight into the financial aspects of construction projects, learning to assess cost implications and manage resources effectively
  • Health and Safety Compliance: Prioritise and uphold stringent safety protocols, ensuring a secure working environment for all team members and subcontractors
  • Project Timeline Management: Assist in coordinating activities to ensure timely completion of projects, developing skills in scheduling and project deadline adherence

Where you’ll work

BRETTS FARM

ROMFORD ROAD

AVELEY

SOUTH OCKENDON

RM15 4XD

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

ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION

Your training course

Construction site supervisor (level 4)

Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)

Course contents
  • Identify risk of activities and encourage all employees to demonstrate safety-conscious behaviours.
  • Assess, identify and record the environmental impact of projects.
  • Assist in the implementation of the most appropriate solutions for construction projects.
  • Use effective management principles and be able to supervise construction workers.
  • Understand overall plan for project and measure and record progress against plan.
  • Assess and report on quality standards and assist in commissioning of finished construction projects.
  • Understand financial and legal constraints and measure and record progress against budget.

    • Your training plan

    • CertHE Site Management
    • Part-time 'day release' programme based on Anglia Ruskins Chelmsford campus
    • Construction site supervisor Level 4 (Higher national certificate)
    • Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE or equivalent in:

    • English and Maths and two other subjects (grade C/4 or above)
    • Any (grade 104 UCAS Points (DMM))

    Desirable qualifications

    A Level or equivalent in:

    • Any (grade 104 UCAS Points (BCC))

    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
    • Administrative skills
    • Team working
    • Initiative
    • Willingness to learn

    Other requirements

    TO APPLY - please send a CV and cover letter to amanda@emersonwillis.com.

    About this company

    Emerson Willis Ltd is an Essex based Building Contractor experienced in all sectors including refurbishment, new build, commercial and residential properties.

    https://emersonwillis.com/ (opens in new tab)

    After this apprenticeship

    • To eventually become a Site Supervisor and run your own projects
    • This Apprenticeship will include the knowledge, skills and behaviours typically required to achieve Technician status or the equivalent with the industry’s recognised professional bodies. The final assessment process for this Apprenticeship will typically be representative of the review process required for professional registration

     

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION

    Amanda

    amanda@emersonwillis.com

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000279804.

    Apply now

    Closes in 13 days (Friday 18 October)

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    After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.

    Company’s application instructions

    To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to amanda@emersonwillis.com.