The Outlook, Ling Road Tower Park, Bournemouth, BH12 4PY
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Summary
You will be working on a variety of construction projects, assisting in site operations from start to finish. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, you will gain well rounded skills and knowledge in all aspects of a construction project.
Training course: Construction site supervisor (level 4)
Hours Monday - Thursdays, 08:45 - 17:00 and Friday, 08:00 - 15:00 37.5 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 01 September 2025
Duration: 3 Years
Positions available: 1
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
SMD Ltd, is a leading provider of structural metal decking solutions across the UK, is offering an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and motivated individual to join our Contract Team as a Construction Apprentice.
You’ll be working on a variety of construction projects, assisting in site operations from start to finish. Under the guidance of experienced professionals, you will gain well rounded skills and knowledge in all aspects of a construction project. This includes estimation, commercial, technical and site management whilst learning how to maintain health and safety standards, and ensure work is delivered to a high quality and on schedule.
Our Contracts Team manage projects from start to finish - they secure, design, process and deliver every project. As part of the team, you will support with various tasks within the areas of estimating and sales, commercial, design & construction management.
Duties would include but are not limited to:
Answering phone calls & emails
Booking in estimates and chasing customers for status updates
Completing pre-qualification information for prospective customers
Processing, printing and posting site drawings
Logging site diary information provided and collating weekly contract report for issue
Processing & logging time sheet information & site paperwork
Providing document control support for all team functions
Collating and issuing site documentation
Assist in organising and booking in site equipment, deliveries & sub contract labour
Attend and contribute to internal team meetings and deliver agreed actions when requested
Support with various forms of data entry
Where you’ll work
The Outlook Ling Road Tower Park Bournemouth Dorset BH12 4PY
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE, THE
Your training course
Construction site supervisor (level 4)
Your training plan
General job role training will be given in house by members of the Contract Team alongside our Training & Development Manager for any visits to a construction site
On the job training and college release. Detailed training plan to be confirmed in apprentice e-portfolio
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Any 4 subjects (grade 4 or above)
English (grade 4 or above)
Maths (grade 4 or above)
Science or Engineering subject (grade 4 or above)
Desirable qualifications
Other in:
sector area (grade Any)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Patience
Other requirements
The role is predominantly office based but there will be opportunities for site visits. You will also be required to apply for and attend an academic interview at Bournemouth and Poole College. https://www.thecollege.co.uk/courses/hnc-construction-management-site-supervisor-level-4-apprenticeship
About this company
Since 1987, SMD have been shaping the skyline of Britain and skylines across the world by designing, supplying and installing products that help form iconic buildings that we all know. Initially, we specialised in composite metal floor deck and, over the years, have developed a suite of market leading profiles that complement our first-class design and installation service. Our floor deck profiles are available on their own or as a ‘Complete Solution’ where we design, manufacture, deliver and install the fall arrest systems, floor deck, shear studs and concrete in a single package. In addition, we offer structural roof deck profiles, void protection systems and a concrete topping service. All our products come with our excellent design and installation service. SMD’s business strategy is very much based around providing quality products and first-class service, ensuring our clients’ needs are delivered at all levels, and that the business develops to meet their future needs. We strive to deliver SMD’s main goals of Quality, Service, Safety and Sustainability. To complement our comprehensive product range, we offer a wealth of technical experience on our website and in person. The pre-construction and manufacturing elements are only the first part of the story. A quality product is only ‘true quality’ when successfully installed on your project. Our operations are structured to ensure effective management of your project. Delivered through a network of regional construction teams and backed up by directly employed site operatives.