Project Management Degree Apprentice

Overview:

We are looking for motivated and ambitious individuals to join our Early Careers programme as Project Management Degree Apprentice working within our Aerospace & Maritime Industry Business Units

This role provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting real projects while working towards a fully accredited degree in Project Management. You will develop practical skills within a Project Management Office (PMO), supporting the successful delivery of projects across quality, cost, schedule and scope.

You will join our Engineering delivery teams and work closely with experienced Project Managers, gaining exposure to project planning, governance, stakeholder engagement and performance tracking.

Responsibilities:

Project & PMO Support

Support Project Managers with day-to-day project activities, including planning, scheduling, estimating, ,cost and cash flow management.

Assist in tracking and reporting project performance using KPIs and dashboards

Help monitor risks, issues and dependencies

Manage lower-level complexity projects, moving to medium level complexity as you progress through your apprenticeship.

Documentation & Governance

Maintain accurate project records and documentation in line with company standards

Support document lifecycle processes, including review, approval and archiving

Ensure consistency, quality and compliance across project documents

Communication & Stakeholders

Communicate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders

Support project communications and updates

Contribute to team meetings and project reviews

Learning & Development

Develop an understanding of project management methodologies, tools and best practices

Build knowledge of cost, schedule, quality and scope management

Work towards professional accreditation and develop industry-recognised skills

Alongside your role, you will complete a Level 6 Project Management Degree Apprenticeship:

Achieve a BSc (Hons) in Project Management

Achieve an APM Professional Project Management Qualification

Attend one day per week online learning sessions

Complete work-based projects and a final dissertation

Build a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your skills and experience

Undertake professional assessment as part of your End Point Assessment (EPA)

Qualifications:

Minimum Level 3 qualification (e.g. A Levels or equivalent)

GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent)

Essential skills:

Strong interest in Project Management or business operations

Interest in working in an Engineering Consultancy/Service provider company within the Aerospace and Maritime sectors.

Good organisational and time management skills

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes

Good communication skills (written and verbal)

Desired skills:

Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges

Resilience and commitment to completing tasks

Basic problem-solving skills and curiosity

Attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes

You will be supported to develop these further throughout the programme.

Benefits:

Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges

We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to their skills and take part in inspiring projects

Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses

Competitive company benefits

Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:

Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible

Communicating and promoting vacancies

Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job

Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required

Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”.

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive.