Construction Support Technician Apprentice

Introduction

This is an exciting opportunity to gain real experience while completing the Level 3 Apprenticeship. You'll rotate between our Commercial and Project Management teams, developing practical skills alongside experienced professionals. No previous construction experience is required—just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn

About the Employer

The Construct-It team have worked with some of the largest UK contractors delivering engineering support for large and complicated project schemes over the past 10 years.
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Our recent project experience includes:
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Lucent Building, Piccadilly Circus
Regents Wharf Development
Peterborough City Hospital
 
Bringing our expertise together, we have formed a young and streamlined business to effectively cater for delivering engineering solutions to contractors in London and the Midlands.  
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We are able to provide full design and install services for a range of temporary works. 

What You'll Do

This apprenticeship is based in Long Clawson Village, Melton Mowbrary. Please ensure you research your commute to ensure you can easily travel there for the start time of 9am.

There is a small window of opportunity to apply, be shortlisted, be selected for interview and if successful, offered the apprenticeship.  The college day release starts 7th September and you have to be employed and all documentation completed before that date to be able to join the group.  Please do not delay in applying if you wish to be considered.

Key Responsibilities – Purchasing Rotation (Office Based)

• Raise and process purchase orders for construction materials, plant and tool hire.
• Accurately process purchase orders using QuickBooks
• Coordinate deliveries and collections with suppliers and site teams.
• Support transport planning and driver scheduling.
• Track orders and resolve supplier invoice queries.
• Maintain supplier and asset records.
• Research products and source new suppliers.
• Provide administrative support to the Commercial Team.

Key Responsibilities – Project Management Rotation (Office & Site Based)

• Assist with measuring drawings and preparing quantities.
• Compile project documentation for live projects.
• Support Project Managers and Site Supervisors.
• Attend site visits to monitor progress.
• Assist with a variety of day-to-day project tasks

Entry Requirements

• Minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above, including English and Maths.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads
• Good IT skills including Excel and Outlook.
• Interest in construction and the built environment.
• Ability to get to the office and college.

Training Outcome

Potential for ongoing employment after successful completion of the apprenticeship programme.

There may be opportunities for progression onto Level 4 Higher Construction in the Built Environment apprenticeships should both the employer & candidate be willing to consider

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Initiative

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English & maths - minimum 4 or C or Level 2 pass

Course Information

Course: Construction support technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Construction and the built environment

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm.

Expected Duration: 2 Years

Training Provider: NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE