Degree Level Apprentice (Level 6) - Project Management

Purpose of the Role

As part of the role of an Assistant Project Manager (Project Management Degree Level Apprenticeship) you will work on allocated multidisciplinary and multi-million pound projects, or deliver parts of key contracts, and their associated activities from conception through to completion, delivering work that meets project/contract requirements.

You will have the opportunity to learn and develop your skills, and to work towards your Level 6 Project Management Degree and Management Chartership through the Association of Project Management

Person Specification

• You have completed your required qualifications by July 2026
• You are able to drive or will have completed your driving test by August 2026
• You will be able to collaborate as part of a team
• You are able to demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills
• Be comfortable with working nights and weekends
• You show an interest and drive to be part of the Rail Industry and Colas Rail
• You can work independently and in a team, using your own initiative to deliver excellent results

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager/Delivery Manager in leading and delivering successful projects/contracts, safely, on time and within budget. Also delivering against the
• Route to Competence for the Project Management pathway.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction are delivered at all times, work in a collaborative manner, engage regularly with the client and ensure they are continually updated on progress.
• Support complex multidisciplinary project/contract activities and support the project/delivery team to ensure delivery of work within agreed timescales according to the agreed quality and in line with safety rules and procedures.
• Ensure best safety practices are being utilised during all site/depot/machine activities and any non-compliant materials or workmanship is reported following the correct process.
• Ensure contracted works do not compromise the safe operation of the Railway system and that of the safety of passengers, staff and public.
• Support the project manager/delivery manager in all matters related to the successful delivery of the project/contract.
• Forecast and monitor project costs; identify and highlight any deviation from the budget & plan in a timely manner.
• Establish and maintain project management controls including risk and change management.
• Work with the project team to ensure that everyone works in a collaborative, open and honest manner with all stakeholders – liaising regularly with subcontractors, client and any relevant third parties where required.
• Participate and engage in all the relevant training linked to both your Apprenticeship and your role, ensuring the learning gets delivered in the workplace.
• Complete the Social Value Project.
• As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements.
• Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time.

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• 26 days Annual Leave
• Industry leading Life Assurance
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Wellbeing Employee Assistant Programme
• Pension Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Long Service Award
• Season Ticket Loan

Committed to Diversity & Inclusion, Colas strives to offer every candidate the same opportunity for recruitment, development and success within the Group.