Apprentice Construction Project Manager ( Consulting) - September 2025 star

at  AECOM

Company Description
AECOM is built to deliver a better world. We design, build, finance and operate infrastructure assets for governments, businesses, and organizations in more than 150 countries. As a fully integrated firm, we connect knowledge and experience across our global network of experts to help clients solve their most complex challenges. From high-performance buildings and infrastructure to resilient communities and environments, to stable and secure nations, our work is transformative, differentiated and vital. A Fortune 500 firm, see how we deliver what others can only imagine at aecom.com and @AECOM.
Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee / Apprentice Project Manager to work within our Project Management Consultancy Team. Our project management consultancy service extends to all sectors of the construction industry in the Anglian/Central London regions, so you could be working on projects as diverse as a new hospital development, a new 400 seat theatre building, a sports/swimming centre, a regional airport, a University of Cambridge Research facility, alongside flood protection civil engineering works.
Predominantly you will be working within the Cambridge office environment, however you will have the opportunity to see working construction sites. You will work under the close supervision of senior colleagues and the nature of the work can be fast paced to meet the client and project deadlines. The role requires sound logic, analytical and excellent communication skills.
The Project Management Apprenticeship will start in September 2024. You will work towards a Quantity Surveying degree over 4-5 years, with an additional period to allow you to complete your studies and successfully apply for membership of a chartered professional institution.
When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future. Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

PLEASE INCLUDE A COVERING LETTER WITH YOUR APPLICATION AND PROVIDE ALL PREDICTED AND/OR OBTAINED ACADEMIC GRADES.

We are seeking A-Level School Leavers or equivalent with the following predicted or secured qualifications:
Minimum 112 UCAS tariff points; this is the equivalent to A-Level B-B-C or BTEC National Diploma DMM (1x Distinction and 2x Merits)
Minimum GCSE Mathematics & English at Grade 5 (New Structure) or Grade C (Old Structure) or above.

SKILLS:

• An interest in and desire to pursue a career in Project Management and the Built Environment
• An aptitude towards good logic, problem solving and strong organizational skills
• Commitment to continued education and improvement through on-the-job learning and training opportunities.
• Ability to work virtually / remote working
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Practical, adaptable and enthusiastic
• English language proficient, holding excellent communication skills
• Professional manner
• Full UK driving licence.
  Additional Information
  All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Apprentices are likely to gain exposure on some of the duties outlined below, however, this will be dependent on the stage of the project they are working on.