ROUTES INTO CONSTRUCTION AND THE

BUILT ENVIRONMENT

CONSTRUCTION APPRENTICESHIPS

WHAT IS ANAPPRENTICESHIP?

• Combines off-the-job learning (e.g. college/training provider) and on-site experience.

• Full-time paid employment (earn while you learn).• An opportunity to develop skills and achieve

recognised qualifications.• An opportunity to start a successful career.• Highly valued by employers.

CRAFT APPRENTICESHIP

• Ceiling fixer• Demolition operative• Floor layer• Formworker• Mastic asphalter• Painter and decorator• Plant operator• Plasterer• Roof slater and tiler• Scaffolder• Shopfitter• Steeplejack• Stonemason

And there’s more... can you think of any?

“I always had a fascination with how machines work. I sent my CV to around 50

companies but then I received a letter from Clee

Hill Plant offering me an interview - and I got the job. I think I have proved many people wrong about women doing this job and my fight to get it was worth it. I want to pass on my knowledge to

up-and-coming apprentices.”

CASE STUDY – Chanel Littleton – Intermediate & Advanced

Apprenticeship in Plant Mechanics

Provides routes into:

• design • surveying • civil/site engineering• building control• buying• estimating• planning• site technical support.

TECHNICAL APPRENTICESHIP

• Earning and learning – the same as a traditional apprenticeship.

• An alternative route to traditional university studies.

• Higher Apprenticeships in construction include Levels 4 and 5 HNC/HND or Foundation Degrees.

• Degree Apprenticeships in construction include bachelor’s or master’s degrees.

HIGHER / DEGREE APPRENCESHIPS

IN ENGLAND

• Earning and learning –

the same as a traditional apprenticeship.

• An alternative route to traditional university studies.

• Higher Apprenticeships in construction include Construction Site Management and Site Supervision.

HIGHER APPRENCESHIPS

IN WALES

MODERN TECHNICAL APPRENTICESHIP

IN SCOTLANDAt SVQ Level 4 or SCQF Level 8 or above

• Earning and Learning - the same as a traditional apprenticeship

• An alternative route to university studies

• Apprenticeships cover Construction Site Management and Built Environment design

• Earning and Learning –

the same as a traditional

apprenticeship

• An alternative route to

university studies

• Covers Construction

Senior Management

MODERN PROFESSIONAL APPRENTICES

IN SCOTLANDAt SVQ Level 5 or SVQF Level 10 or above

MODERN TECHNICAL APPRENTICESHIP

IN SCOTLANDAt SVQ Level 4 or SCQF Level 8 or above

• Good practical skills.

• Good communication skills.

• Excellent problem-solving skills.

• Excellent punctuality and reliability.

• Good team player.

• Keen to learn.

PERSONAL

QUALITIES FORMOST JOBS

Things you can do:

• Research the industry in general.• Put a good CV together.• Use web searches, newspapers and

research your local area to find suitable companies.

• Apply online or send your CV with a letter or even make an approach in person.

• Use your network of people around you to find useful contacts.

• Get some work experience first.

APPROACHING EMPLOYERS

FOR AN APPRENTICESHIP

APPRENTICESHIP PATHWAYS IN ENGLAND

Intermediate Level 2 NVQ Level 2

Advanced/Technical Level 3 NVQ Level 3

Higher Level 4 NVQ Level 4 / HNC

Level 5 NVQ Level 5 / HND / Foundation Degree

Level 6 BA/BSc Honours Degree

APPRENTICESHIP PATHWAYS IN WALES

Foundation Level 2 NVQ Level 2

Apprenticeship Level 3 NVQ Level 3

Level 4 NVQ Level 4 / HNC

Level 5 NVQ Level 5 / HND / Foundation Degree

Level 6 NVQ/HNC

APPRENTICESHIP PATHWAYS IN

SCOTLAND

SCQF Level 5 SVQ Level 2

SCQF Level 6 / 7 SVQ Level 3 / HNC

SCQF Level 8 / 9 SVQ Level 4 / Technical

SCQF Level 11 SVQ Level 5 / Professional

• Find a construction training provider (e.g. a college or a private training organisation), and apply to them.

• Find a suitable employer.• Government funding is often available to

help pay for the training, depending on your age and eligibility.

• You may find a list of apprenticeship vacancies at:

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

IN ENGLAND

https://apprenticeshipvacancymatchingservice.lsc.gov.uk/

• Find a construction training provider, either a college or a private training organisation, and apply to them.

• Government funding is often available to help pay for the training, depending on your age and eligibility.

• Find a suitable employer.• You may find a list of apprenticeship

vacancies at:

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

IN WALES

https://ams.careerswales.com

• Find a construction training provider, either a college or a private training organisation, and apply to them.

• Government funding is often available to help pay for the training, depending on your age and eligibility.

• Find a suitable employer.• You may find a list of apprenticeship

vacancies at:

APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING

IN SCOTLAND

http://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/vacancysearch/

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HIGHER EDUCATIONCONSTRUCTION &THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT

DID YOU KNOW?

• The sector welcomes graduates who want to make a difference.

• There is a growing need for more highly skilled people in the industry.

• The sector rewards talent with a range of competitive benefits.

• Higher Education graduates can choose from a variety of career opportunities.

DESIGN AND MANAGEMENT

• Architect• Architectural technologist • Landscape architect• Town planner

• Project manager• Construction manager• Commercial manager • Engineering Manager

Design/ planning roles

Management roles

1,850 annual recruitment requirement for Senior Executives and Business Process Managers

ENGINEERING AND SURVEYING

• Building surveyor• Quantity surveyor• Estimator• Property and valuation surveyor

• Civil engineer• Structural engineer• Geotechnical engineer• Building services engineer

Surveying roles

Engineering roles

1,270 annual recruitment requirement for Civil Engineers

NON-CONSTRUCTION ROLES

• IT • Legal• Finance• Human Resources • Administration• Corporate Social Responsibility

1,730 annual recruitment requirement for other Construction Professionals and Technical Staff

Construction management jobs?

You'll need to take a conversion course and/or further training either before starting work or on the job.

Other construction jobs?

For other construction jobs, including roles in project management, facilities management and project planning, a conversion course may not be necessary.

NON-COGNATE

GRADUATES

• You’ll need a relevant first degree.

• You are likely to still need relevant

work experience to be considered.

• Can comprise a range of modules

delivered through a blended learning

approach.

• Can be assessed through a

combination of group project work,

individual assignments, and seen

and unseen examinations.

• Typically includes a dissertation

module.

CONSTRUCTION

CONVERSION COURSES

Work experience gained before starting as civil engineer:

• Voluntary work in Morocco with the charity Engineers

Without Borders UK (EWB-UK) to look at improving

agricultural productivity by reducing water contamination

and improving irrigation systems.

• An internship for 3 months at the EWB-UK office.

• A couple of months helping to build a community centre in

Malawi.

WORK EXPERIENCE CASE STUDY

Stacey Clifford – Engineer

• Enthusiasm

• Teamwork

• Strong communication skills

• Time management

• Commercial awareness

• Leadership qualities

• Problem-solving skills

• IT skills

ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR

CONSTRUCTION

Things you can do:

• Research the industry in general.• Gain work experience in the field.• Put a good CV together.• Research the company you are

applying to.• Demonstrate your passion for

construction to employers through your supporting letter and interview.

• Demonstrate your role in contributing to success

GETTING

STARTED

YOU FOR THANK

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CAREER CHANGE OR RETURNING TO WORK?

CHOOSE CONSTRUCTION….

Architect

Architectural technicianBricklayer

SurveyorHeating engineer

Building surveyor

Steeplejack

Roofer

Quantity surveyor

Carpenter

Site manager

Demolition

StonemasonTown planner

Health & safety officer

Scaffolder

Quantity surveyor

Electrician

Plumber

Plant engineer

Plasterer

Steel fixer

Site engineer Landscape architect

BIM manager

Dry liner

Civil engineer

Glazier

Ceiling fixer

Project manager

Joiner

CRAFT, TECHNICAL AND DESIGN CAREERS

CAD operative

After over 20 years in childcare, Joanne moved

into the construction industry.

One day she looked out of an 11th floor window, saw a crane at work and thought,

“I can do that”.

CASE STUDY – Joanne O’Neill (43), trainee crane operator

“I love it and it is a great new challenge.”

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LEAVING THE ARMED FORCES?

GREAT NEWS! YOUR

SKILLS ARE IN DEMAND

Construction is known for recognising and rewarding ability and hard work

• Your talents, abilities and practical skills are just what the construction industry is looking for right now.

• Established employer-led partnerships recruit ex-armed forces personnel.

Experienced Worker Practical Assessment Do you have a minimum of five years’ experience and not need any further training?

ARE YOU RETURNING TO

THE INDUSTRY?

Working on site

• Whether you're returning to the industry or starting a new career, it’s advisable to obtain a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card.

• You will be required to pass the Health, Safety and Environment test to apply for a CSCS card.

GETTING STARTED

ON SITE

• Enthusiasm

• Teamwork

• Strong communication skills

• Time management

• Commercial awareness

• Leadership qualities

• Problem-solving skills

• IT skills

ESSENTIAL SKILLS FOR

CONSTRUCTION

Things you can do:

• Research the industry in general• Gain work experience in the field• Put a good CV together• Research the company you are

applying to• Demonstrate your passion for

construction to employers through your supporting letter and interview

GETTING

STARTED

YOU FOR THANK

LISTENINGAny questions?

www.goconstruct.org