Degree Apprenticeship – Construction Contracts Manager
Degree Apprenticeship – Construction Contracts Manager
At Novus Property Solutions, we are proud to be celebrating 89 years of developing apprentices, the foundation of our success and growth. We are now offering an exciting opportunity to join our Construction Contracts Manager Apprenticeship Programme, designed to develop the next generation of construction professionals.
This role is based within our Housing Partnerships team at our Leighton Buzzard office and provides a structured pathway to becoming a degree-qualified Contract Manager, combining practical experience with academic learning in a supportive and friendly environment.
About the Programme
You will begin by working towards a Level 4 Construction Site Supervisor qualification, with progression to a fully funded Level 6 Degree.
Throughout the programme, you’ll gain hands‑on experience while building the technical and commercial skills needed to succeed in the construction industry.
What You’ll Be Doing
- 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.
What’s in it for You
- Starting pay of £8.00 per hour (with annual increases)
- Potential earnings of around £40,000 once qualified
- 39 hours per week, Monday to Friday (including day release)
- Paid day release to attend college/university
- Full on‑the‑job training
- Accredited qualifications up to degree level
- Dedicated mentor support
Additional Benefits
- 27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
- Fully funded degree qualification
- Health and wellbeing support
- High street and lifestyle discounts
- Up to 8 hours paid volunteering time per year
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for motivated individuals who are eager to learn and develop in a commercial role within construction.
Ideally, you will have: GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4–9 / A*–C), A Levels or a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent), Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Excel
- Have a strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Be keen to learn and develop new skills
- Have good communication and teamwork abilities
- Hold a full UK driving licence
Please note: A DBS check will be required for this role.
