Job Description

Role overview
Location: Birmingham / South of England
Salary: 26,280 per annum
Working Hours: 08:00-17:00, Monday - Friday
Benefits: 25 days holidays + Bank holidays, Health Cash Plan, Discount Shopping, Gym, Days Out, Learning & Development opportunities, Paid Volunteering Days, plus many more.

• Nationwide travel will be required.

Driving license is required, or working towards this imminently.
Must have a drive to be a PM and work towards APM PMQ Qualification after the apprenticeship.
Appetite to become chartered (CHPP) will be advantageous.
About EMCOR UK:
At EMCOR UK, we revolutionise facilities management by combining our engineering heritage and innovation capability. We prioritise people in everything we do, collaborating closely with our customers to understand all their needs, from the big picture to day-to-day operations. Our purpose is to "create a better world at work". Using our unique insight platform, "One Data World," we harness data-driven intelligence to make informed decisions, adapting our services to meet our customers' evolving requirements. This allows us to cultivate an enhanced workplace experience for their teams whilst optimising efficiency, meticulously managing every asset, and minimising their impact on the planet. All supported by our commitment to safety, compliance, and assurance. Our partnering approach empowers our customers to shape a better future. Whether guiding their path to net zero or redeveloping their facilities for enhanced efficiency, we create better places for work whilst taking away the burden of facility operations, freeing up our customers to concentrate on their business.
Job Purpose:
The Project Management Apprentice will work alongside experienced Project Managers and project teams to support the planning, coordination and delivery of projects across the business.
The role is designed to develop the apprentice's skills, knowledge and behaviors in line with the Level 4 Associate Project Manager apprenticeship standard, enabling them to contribute effectively to projects delivered on time, within scope and budget, while operating safely within live and regulated environments.
Duties:
The apprentice will support the full project lifecycle, gaining structured exposure to governance, planning, delivery and performance management, while progressively increasing responsibility as competence develops.
Key duties include:
Supporting the project team in the initiation, planning, delivery and close-out of projects, ensuring information is accurate, up to date and aligned with approved governance.
Reviewing and contributing to business cases, project briefs and scope documents, helping to ensure projects remain viable, aligned to objectives and deliverable.
Assisting with stakeholder engagement, including preparing communications, attending meetings and supporting the coordination of internal and external parties.
Developing, updating and maintaining sections of project documentation, such as scope statements, schedules, risk registers and action trackers.
Preparing simple programmes, schedules, diagrams or milestone plans to illustrate project stages and progress.
Supporting resource planning by helping to identify the people, skills and inputs required to deliver project activities.
Using established quality management and governance systems to ensure project delivery meets legislative, safety and client requirements.
Assisting in the identification and management of risks and opportunities, supporting mitigation actions and escalation where required.
Contributing to the preparation of project reports and documentation required for approvals and governance reviews.
Monitoring and reporting on budget forecasts, expenditure and variance, under the guidance of the Project Manager.
Collating, analysing and reporting data relating to project performance, trends and change control.
Supporting post-project reviews and the capture of lessons learned to drive continuous improvement.
Contributing to project objectives and performance measures, including those linked to sustainability and efficiency.
Over time, the apprentice will take on increasing responsibility and may be given ownership of defined project activities or small workstreams under supervision.
Responsibilities:
No direct line management responsibility.
No direct budgetary control; however, the role includes responsibility for maintaining accurate
project information, reports and records that inform commercial and delivery decisions.
Responsible for the correct use of project management systems, templates and tools as directed.
May coordinate inputs from engineers, suppliers or support teams for specific project tasks under supervision.
About the role
Knowledge, skills and experience
An interest in project management, construction, engineering, FM or the built environment.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing.
Numerate, organised and comfortable working with data, reports and basic financial information.
Able to use Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) and willing to learn project management systems.
Resilient, adaptable and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
Confident engaging with colleagues, suppliers and stakeholders at different levels.
Qualifications
GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade C / 4 / 5 or above (essential).
Willingness and commitment to complete the Level 4 Associate Project Manager apprenticeship, including End-Point Assessment requirements.
Other Factors:
The role may involve travel across UK and Northern Ireland to support project delivery.
May include occasional early starts, late finishes or site-based work, depending on project requirements.
Must comply with all health, safety, security and site access requirements. Ability to attain DBS and/or additional security clearance where required.
Person Specification:
At EMCOR UK, we embrace and celebrate diversity in all its forms.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences, regardless of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes you unique. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce fosters creativity, innovation, and better problem-solving.
We encourage applications from all candidates and are committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and growth, supported by our inclusive policies and practices. Join us in our endeavour to build a culture of mutual respect and equity, a place where every voice is heard, and every individual is championed.
Join us in building a better world at work
EMCOR UK benefits

• Industry leading maternity & paternity policies
• Refer a friend scheme - worth 500 per referral
• GEMS - Internal recognition scheme with vouchers for Amazon and retail/dining
• Extensive learning & development opportunities, including opportunities for progression
• Discount shopping, gym, mobile, family activities, insurance, dining experiences, car leasing and breakdown cover
• Bike To Work Scheme
• Health cash plan - Benefits covered include optical, physiotherapy and a health & wellbeing
• Dental scheme
• Access to health assessments
• Employee Assistance Programme - Offering guidance and advice on Personal, Health, Legal and Financial queries

Skills Required