Apprentice Planner

Henry Boot Construction

Apprenticeship Level 3
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About the Role

Trainee Planner (Apprentice) from L3 through to L6 Degree in Construction Management. If you currently have or are partway through a related construction Level 3 qualification, you can be transferred to the apprenticeship or start at Level 4. If you have A levels, you can also start at Level 4. Employment Start date is negotiable.

The Trainee Planner (Apprenticeship) will learn to support the planning function across various construction projects, developing skills in programme management, scheduling, and project controls while receiving mentorship from experienced planning professionals.

Your key responsibilities are to:

Learning & Development:

  • Attend college one day per week to work towards a relevant degree qualification
  • Shadow experienced planners to learn planning methodologies and best practices
  • Develop understanding of construction processes, sequencing, and programming
  • Build knowledge of planning software and tools through practical application

Project Support

  • Assist in preparing basic project programmes under supervision
  • Support the monitoring and updating of project progress
  • Help maintain project documentation and records
  • Attend project meetings to develop understanding of planning processes
  • Learn to use planning software packages (ASTA, Primavera P6)
The vacancy will involve travelling to some construction sites. A car allowance is provided.

Trainee Planner Level 3 qualification through to Level 6 degree qualification.

Graduate Planner > Planner > Senior Planner > Project Planner > Senior Project Planner > Planning Manager > Head of Planning.

About the Training

Training & Development

  • Full training provided in planning software and systems
  • Structured apprenticeship learning programme with experienced planners
  • Support towards professional qualifications and memberships
  • Health and safety training including CSCS card

The day release will be with The Sheffield College

About the Employer

Henry Boot Construction is part of Henry Boot, one of the UK’s leading land, property development, home building and construction businesses. Together, we are where great places start. Henry Boot Construction is an award-winning contractor that’s committed to the highest possible standards. Known for building with integrity, authenticity and passion, we offer a full range of pre-construction and construction services in the industrial and logistics, residential and urban development sectors. We have extensive experience in both the public and private sectors, including major projects such as the residential restoration of The Cocoa Works in York, the University of Sheffield AMRC’s aviation research and development facility and key schemes within Sheffield’s Heart of the City development.

Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills

Training Provider

SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE

Course/Training

Construction support technician (level 3)

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