Project Manager Apprenticeship (Level 6) Indoor Play and Associated Leisure Equipment Installation
HOUSE OF PLAY (EUROPE) LIMITED
About the Role
Gain hands-on experience managing indoor play equipment installation projects across the UK, with some international travel. Based in Doncaster, this Level 6 apprenticeship offers real project responsibility, training in budgeting and coordination, and the opportunity to grow with a company expanding into exciting new global markets.
- Assist with planning and scheduling installation projects and complete tasks in accordance with projects to a high standard. Planning is very important for the success of projects.
- Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and internal teams and create important relationships.
- Monitor project progress and update documentation, and ensure tasks are completed at the correct points in the process.
- Support budget tracking and financial reporting and gain a clear understanding on profitability and commerciality.
- Attend site visits across the UK to oversee installations and be available to assist the site times as and when required so that projects run smoothly.
- Help identify and resolve on-site issues quickly and effectively and train teams to highlight issues in a standard manner to improve the process.
- Communicate with clients and respond to project queries and create important relationships to gain customer trust.
- Ensure health and safety and quality standards are followed and toolbox talks carried out to ensure adherance.
- Prepare and update project reports and risk assessments and adjust risk assessments if needed, introducing control measures if required.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to project reviews in a productive manner. We are seeking individuals with lots of ambition and the ability to make a difference to the business. Applicants should consider if they want to just be a number or if they want to leave a legacy in their career. Those with the latter should apply.
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will have the knowledge, skills, and experience to move into a Project Manager role within the indoor play and leisure installation industry.
Progression opportunities may include:
- Project Manager – leading the delivery of installation projects from planning through to completion
- Operations Manager – overseeing multiple projects, teams, and logistics across regions
- Contracts Manager – managing client relationships, contracts, and commercial performance
- Specialist roles in design coordination, site management, or technical surveying, depending on interests and strengths
You will also achieve a recognised degree-level qualification and may be eligible to apply for chartered membership with professional bodies such as the Association for Project Management (APM).
About the Training
The apprentice will receive structured on-the-job training, working closely with senior management and company directors. They will be introduced to all internal systems and processes, gaining hands-on experience across live projects. Training will be supported by regular reviews and mentoring to develop skills aligned with the apprenticeship standard.
About the Employer
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Patience
- Ambition
Training Provider
ARDEN UNIVERSITY LIMITED
Course/Training
Project manager (integrated degree) (level 6)