Project Management Apprentice – Transformation & Public Buildings
Chester, United Kingdom
Ramboll invites you to join our Project Management team as an Apprentice, working on a variety of engineering and construction projects worldwide. This apprenticeship will start in September 2026 and offers two pathways:
1) HNC in Construction & the Built Environment – for candidates with A’ Levels or a Level 3 qualification, including lectures, laboratory work, surveying fieldwork, and site visits.
2) Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship – for those already holding a relevant HNC/HND; full support will be provided on a day‑release basis.
Responsibilities
* Support delivery of projects from inception to completion, ensuring scope, contracts, programme, change management, risk registers, budgets, and QA procedures are maintained.
* Assist in managing the design process through workshops and leading project meetings.
* Communicate with and represent the client's interests, providing a professional, cost‑effective service that meets stakeholder expectations.
* Manage sub‑consultants such as quantity surveyors, architects, or specialist designers.
* Maintain day‑to‑day project activity including monthly reports, minutes, MS Project programmes, and presentation delivery.
* Coordinate and deliver high‑quality outputs from multidisciplinary teams.
* Develop safe, sustainable, and profitable solutions.
Qualifications & Personal Qualities
* A minimum of 2 A‑levels grades A to C (or equivalent).
* Minimum of 5 GCSE grades A* to C, including grade B in Maths and English.
* For straight‑entry into the Level 6 course: Level 4 Construction Design and Build Technician Standard; TCIAT status; HNC/HND in Construction and the Built Environment or equivalent.
* Clear communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Strong technology aptitude.
* Personal responsibility for work.
* Willingness to learn and progress.
How to Apply
Apply online, attaching your CV and cover letter. In your cover letter answer the following question (≤ 500 words):
"Why do you want to work in Project Management, specifically at Ramboll, and study for an Apprenticeship?"
All application questions must be answered fully; incomplete applications will be rejected.
Selection Process
* Step 1: Online application with competency questions.
* Step 2: Shortlisting.
* Step 3: Assessment Centre – scheduled for May 2026.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Ramboll is an equal opportunity employer. We commit to a supportive and inclusive environment and support flexible working to promote work/life balance.
Contact
If you require accessibility adjustments for the application process, contact job.advert.accessibility@ramboll.com.
Application Deadline
Friday 13th March 2026
Ramboll in Numbers
More than 18,000 employees worldwide.
300 offices across 35 countries.
£0.000 bn in revenue.
6 markets: Buildings, Transport, Energy, Environment & Health, Water and Management Consulting.
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