Degree Apprenticeship Construction Contracts Manager

Degree Apprenticeship – Construction Contracts Manager

Location Warrington

Proud to be celebrating our 86^th consecutive year of nurturing & developing Apprentices – the heart of our business thinking, success and growth.

Would you like to work for a values driven employer, earn as you learn in a friendly environment where gaining skills, teamwork and having fun are equally important? Then we have exactly the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

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We are excited to open applications for our Contracts Management Apprenticeship programme designed to nurture the next generation of talent. The role will be based within our North West Team in our Warrington office, working around Greater Manchester and Merseyside.  We will provide you with the skills and personal development you need in​an environment where you can thrive and achieve your potential to become a (Degree qualified) Contracts Manager and Construction industry professional with expert knowledge.

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You will initially work towards a Level 4 Construction Site Supervisor qualification progressing to a Level 6 Degree

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What to expect from the role

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Planning and organising – Managing all aspects of the project/contract through its full lifecycle

* Project planning

* Resourcing

* Sustainability

* Risk avoidance

Costs & Quality – Assisting with the cost control/budget of a project, the importance of Quality and right first-time approach, measuring success to a profitable outcome

Health & Safety – Understanding Risk assessments and behaviours in safety critical environments

Stakeholder Management – Developing and maintaining relationships with Colleagues, Subcontractors and clients including supporting in client meetings

Teamwork – The role will give the skills and abilities to not only be part of a team but to play an active role within a busy team whilst learning on the job from a team of established, experienced, friendly Contract Management professionals.

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Contracts Manager Apprenticeship – What’s in it for you

​ * Rates of pay – £7.55 per hour, with annual increases

* Potential salary earnings once qualified Circa £40k

* Working hours 39 per week (Monday to Friday) (inclusive of day release)

* Day release to attend college- Paid                            

* On-the-job training

* Accredited training leading to a qualification

* Personal skills development

* Apprentice Buddy Scheme

* Your own personal mentor

Not only can you expect to work with a great bunch of colleagues and learn a recognised career, you will also receive 27 days annual leave & 8 bank holidays, the opportunity to progress to a fully funded degree qualification and have access to professional support for your physical and mental wellbeing, you can choose from a selection of Highstreet and Lifestyle discounts and up to 8 hours paid Volunteering time per year!

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What we’re looking for

Ideally, you will have a GCSE in Maths and English (Grades A* to C/ 9 to 4), Level 3 NVQ/equivalent qualification or A levels along with strong IT skills including Excel however, more importantly, you will have a passion for learning, desire to work in a construction management role, great work ethic and a real can-do approach to everything you do.​You will also need to hold a Full UK driving licence, this role will require a DBS check to be completed

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Novus Property Solutions ​is a dynamic, award-winning property maintenance, refurbishment, compliance, and decarbonisation specialist with more than 700 colleagues in 19 locations across Great Britain, providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a social and environmentally responsible family-owned business with a rich 127-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients.​At Novus we value people, and we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace that enables our people to bring their full selves to work.

Joining Novus, you can look forward to a varied and rewarding future with a company that has been recognised as ‘Employer of the Year’ by Construction News and one that feels passionate that every part of its business should be a great place to work​www.novussolutions.co.uk

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Apply now and don’t miss this great opportunity to join Team Novus!

Closing date for our advert 14th May or sooner should we have a high number of responses

If you are successful progressing through the screening stage next steps will be:-

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• Telephone interviews – week commencing 5^th May and 12^th May
• Assessment Centre – week commencing 19th May
• Start date August 2025