Your new company
Well established and leading contractor, specialising in building facades and envelopes. They operate on major projects including commercial, residential, healthcare and infrastructure. Having a strong reputation in the industry, they are known for their innovative solutions and commitment to delivering high-quality projects.
Your new role
They are looking for an Apprentice Designer to join the team in their Cambridgeshire office, giving you and excellent opportunity to kick-start your career in design by supporting project delivery through a mix of design and administrative tasks. This role offers hands-on experience and structured learning to help you grow your skills and confidence in a professional design environment.
Duties include:
* Work alongside experienced designers to help create design drawings and compile project documentation.
* Assist with material selection and organisation, gaining valuable insight into how specifications are developed and assessed.
* Collaborate with teams across departments-including Design, Planning, and Operations-to understand project goals and limitations.
* Attend project meetings to deepen your knowledge of design workflows and gather key information on project requirements.
* Help collect and organise information from subcontractors and suppliers, learning how procurement and evaluation processes work.
* Support the upkeep of project records, ensuring all design activities are accurately documented and reported.
* Contribute to quality checks by helping monitor design outputs for compliance with industry standards and regulations.
* Take part in ongoing learning opportunities, including mentoring sessions and professional development with senior team members.
What you'll need to succeed
* Educated to GCSE level A to C (9-7) in Maths / English (Level 3 entry)
* Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent (Degree apprenticeship entry)
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
* Good communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.
* Proficient with Microsoft Office and Excel.
* Enthusiastic to learn and develop within the role.
What you'll get in return
* Funded Qualification: Fully funded apprenticeship (level 3 or Degree dependent on experience).
* Pension: 5% employer pension contribution with free pension advice.
* Bonus Scheme
* Healthcare
* EV Salary Sacrifice
* Holiday: 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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