Apprentice Site Manager

Careys Foundation
Apprentice Site Manager

Department: Operations Management (Site/Project/Regional)

Employment Type: Apprentice

Location: London

Reporting To: Gary Pritchard

Description This rewarding, progressive opportunity will provide you with the skills, experience and qualifications to gain a fantastic career within the construction industry. Based on a new, large project in Earlsfield.

BDL is one of the largest specialist dry lining contractors in the UK with a turnover in the region of £65m and a large workforce of skilled operatives. The company was established in 1977 and became part of the Carey Group in September 2013.

Our service, delivery and ability to repeatedly deliver the highest standards of quality has helped to establish a strong reputation ensuring repeat business for a number of prestigious clients. Contracts are delivered through commercial and residential divisions, with services including drywall suspended ceilings and plaster finishes.

As an Apprentice Site Manager you will:

• Support the Project Manager (deputising when assigned or necessary) in helping to lead the construction of the allocated Project
• Control quality, safety, resourcing, logistics, plant requirements and material deliveries in accordance with project requirements
• Deliver Project works “Right First Time” within time and cost constraints
• Engage with ALL members of the project team via inductions / 1 to 1 Start Conversations / Team Briefings / Regular Team reviews and scheduling meetings.
• Typically, you will be on site 90% of the site with 10% spent in the project office

Whilst contributing to the success of the project, by building relationships with your peers and team, asking questions and demonstrating a willingness to learn you will also attend college once a week to complete a Level 4 Site Supervisor or Level 6 Construction Management degree apprenticeship. You will be supported by an inhouse mentor, your line manager and the Early Talent Team to ensure you excel in your role and study.

You Will Learn How to Contribute to

• Monitoring and maintaining the H&S of all operatives, visitors and general public.
• Inspection of H&S control documentation including method statements and Risk Assessments.
• Monitoring the project against the contract programme.
• Maintain and monitor the quality of trade installations and compliance with the specification and drawings.
• Design workshop meetings to discuss the challenges and find resolutions.
• Preparation and production of meeting minutes and reports.
• Drawing and document management.
• Maintaining and auditing of company procedures.
• The selection and placing of orders with sub-contractors and suppliers.
• The measuring and requisition of materials.
• Maintaining the quality management system.
• Managing client expectations.
• The project handover procedure.
• Compiling of information to be included in the operation and maintenance of the project.
• Maintaining the quality management system.
• Managing client expectations.
• The project handover procedure.
• Compiling of information to be included in the operation and maintenance of the project.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Are passionate about construction and the interiors sector
• Are confident, in building relationships with peers and clients
• Willing to learn, ask questions and contribute to the team’s success
• At least 2 A Levels, BTEC or equivalent in a relevant subject

Benefits

• 26 days holiday per annum plus 8 Bank Holidays.
• Flexi-care benefits: Tastecard, Gym Membership, Cycle2Work, Holiday Trading (buy or sell up to 4 days), Health cash plan
• The chance to become degree qualified in a sought after career
• A dedicated work place mentor