Job Description

Date:

27 Jan 2026

Location:

Palestra, TfL Corporate

Company:

TfL, GLA or OPDC

Project Controls Apprenticeship

Thank you for your interest in applying for this TfL Apprenticeship Scheme.

The application will contain a series of questions to establish your eligibility. Please read through the eligibility criteria below carefully and ensure that you are eligible before applying.

It is important that you take great care in reading and answering these questions as we will not be able to revert your application if an error is made.

Please Note: We only allow one application for any of our Apprenticeship scheme per year. Any subsequent applications will be withdrawn.

Project Controls Level 3

Apprenticeship Standard

: Project Controls Technician https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0163-v1-0




Drive efficiency within our organisation and ensure that we are delivering value for money while developing knowledge in estimating, planning, scheduling and cost engineering.

Salary

27,029

Location

London/ Hybrid working within this role enables a balance of 50 per cent of time split between the office and home over a 4 week period. Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements.

What we offer

You will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow:

Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who lives in the same household Discounted national rail and Eurostar travel Defined pension contribution scheme Minimum 29 days annual leave (pro rata dependent on role) plus public and bank holidays Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme Retail, health, leisure and travel offers & many more

Duration

2.5 years approximately

Entry requirements

You should already hold or be working towards a minimum of 2 GCSEs (or equivalent) A*-C or grade 4 or above including Maths and English.

You're not eligible for this scheme if you currently hold or are working towards a qualification at the same or higher level in a related subject or have already studied content from the qualification for this scheme.


Please note that you'll be required to provide original certificates and/or predicted grades as proof for your eligibility checks.


You must be 16 years of age before the start date to be eligible for this scheme.


Please be advised that should you be successful in getting an offer for this scheme, your offer will be subject to a satisfactory medical which may include but is not limited to: drugs and alcohol screening, eye test and hearing test.

What Qualifications will I gain?

Level 3 Diploma in Project Control Project Controls Technician L3 Apprenticeship

Proposed start date

7th September 2026

Job overview

Our Project Controls team are responsible for monitoring and systematically analysing progress and performance data on a variety of projects and new initiatives. Your role will help drive efficiency and ensure that we are delivering value for money, whilst developing expertise in estimating, planning, scheduling and cost engineering.

What will I be doing?

You'll gain experience on capital investment projects, asset maintenance and operations. By the end of the scheme, you'll be skilled in a variety of controls areas which are transferrable to a dynamic and highly rewarding career.


As an apprentice, your two-year development programme will be made up of four-five placement rotations which will develop your understanding of the different aspects that make up Project Controls as a business function, including Planning, Risk and Commercial. Alongside this, you'll be studying for the ECITB Diploma in Project Controls.



Our aim is to equip you with the range of skills and experience you need for your successful career. We also understand that everyone's career and ambitions are different, so every apprentice's journey with us is unique.



Here's an idea of what yours could look like:

Placement 1 - Deep Tube Upgrade Programme - 6 months

Developing expertise in estimating costs for each element of the project to ensure that the project stays within budget

Placement 2 - Four Lines Modernisation - 6 months

Monitoring and systematically analysing progress and performance data on the projects, to ensure that project stays on track

Placement 3- Major Stations - 6 months

Working with the Planner to create a robust and accurate schedule to ensure that the project runs to plan.

Placement 4 - Asset Performance Directorate - 6 months

Supporting the management of risk to the projects, to ensure that risks and opportunities are identified.

You'll complete four six-month placements working in a broad range of diverse business areas. These could include London Underground, Surface Transport, DLR and London Overground.




You'll learn a variety of skills including how to create a robust and accurate schedule, how to estimate costs for each element of the project, what factors need to be considered to prevent risks and how to use your good interpersonal skills to ensure that the whole team is informed and working together.

Where can this career take me?

Upon successful completion of this scheme, you could roll-off into a variety of controls roles, depending on your area of interest. Some examples include:


Project Controls Assistant Assistant Planner Assistant Risk Manager Data Controller These can then lead to more senior positions such as:

Planner Senior Planner Risk Manager Project Controls Manager

What training and support will you get?

You will be working towards the ECITB Diploma in Project Controls. You'll also have opportunities to complete additional training courses. Typically, you will have one study day a week, with college sessions approx. once a month for the first 15-18 months.


Whilst on the scheme, we'll support your technical development through a wide range of on-the-job practical experiences and placements. We'll also support your professional development through a combination of classroom-led training courses, online training courses, mentoring opportunities and structured networking opportunities.


Our award-winning teams will support your ongoing development, through a wide range of on-the-job practical experience and placements. We'll support your professional development through a combination of training, mentoring, and networking.


You'll also receive one-to-one guidance throughout the programme from your:

Placement manage

r: Responsible for your day-to-day management and support with your development

Scheme sponsor

: A senior manager who acts as a technical and professional adviser and has line manager responsibility

Buddy

: Usually an apprentice or graduate who gives support to you and ensure that you feel welcomed in the organisation

Development adviser

: Supports your professional development through providing career coaching and career progression at TfL

What do we look for?

Our core values are extremely important to us, and we desire candidates who are:

Caring

about our colleagues, our customers and our work

Open

to each other, to new ideas and to working together

Adaptable

to diverse needs and willing to innovate

Application process

Our application system requires all applicants to upload a CV. Although CVs are not reviewed during the shortlisting process, we do use them to confirm that applicants meet the required grade eligibility criteria. You are welcome to upload a basic CV however, please ensure that the section detailing your qualifications is accurate and up to date. Please note we do not read cover letters.



The application process consists of 5 steps, including online assessments which will need to be completed within an allocated time frame. We highly recommend that you read through this document thoroughly so that you can familiarise yourself with the process.



Please click on this link for which describes each stage of the Apprentice Application Process



You will receive information and guidance around each assessment stage as you progress through your application.

Please pay close attention to emails and deadlines provided noting you have 1 week to complete online assessments and we cannot re-issue these tests once the deadline passes.



Assessment centres for apprentice roles will take place from March - May 2026, please note that many roles only have 1 assessment day and we are unable to guarantee alternative dates. We are conducting assessment centres in-person and virtually (role dependent).

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Inclusive recruitment process

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We want to represent the city we serve, which will help us become a more innovative and efficient organisation. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. We are a disability confident employer who guarantee an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all of the essential criteria.

In High Volume campaigns including Graduate, Apprentice and Intern recruitment the minimum criteria we set is achieving a pass mark in our first stage assessments, adopting a proportionate approach as part of the Disability Confident scheme.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments for any stages of the application process.

Contact us

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

Contact the recruitment team by

Phone: 0203 005 1680 (Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 17.30)


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