Professional Apprenticeship – Trainee Planner  

We're looking for bright and motivated school leavers who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.   

Role Overview 

As a trainee planner, you will work with a project planner to provide construction planning support. This role will have a high degree of learning as you hone your planning and interpersonal skills.

Key Deliverables and Accountabilities

Initially produce detailed project programmes with assistance from the Project Planner and members of the project team Become competent in producing programes unaided across all elements of a project including design, procurement, construction and commissioning phases. Develop an understanding of construction delivery techniques and methodologies. Liaise with the project teams to capture / collate weekly project progress, marking up charts and drawings as necessary with as built information to support the communication of project progress within the project team. Communicate with internal departments to give and receive information. Collate production output m/wk or m/man per technique . Become conversant in the use of Planning Project Management software packages, such as Primavera P6, Asta Powerproject and Synchro. Assist in the development of the project specific planning and production control systems. Assist in the production of detailed schedules itemising key logistical constraints. Assist in the development of design information release and material delivery schedules to site. Assist in producing project progress reports.

Location   

Opportunities in the North, Midlands, and South of England

Apprenticeship Level and Standard 

Construction site supervisor level 4 (3 years) then on to Construction site management (degree)  (3 years).

Apprenticeship Provider    

Laing O'Rourke collaborate with trusted and approved training providers for our apprenticeship delivery. Successful candidates will be required to make an application to our preferred provider for the apprenticeship route you have chosen.  

Entry Grades  

Applicants must have either: 

3 A Levels must include Maths and a Science Subject BTEC Extended Diploma in a construction related subject (Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction and Built Environment etc)

Entry requirements 

We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:  

You must be eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit Entry grades will be listed within each job description, and they will differ from role to role To qualify for this programme, you will need to have a minimum of three A-Levels/or equivalent

The Laing O'Rourke Professional Apprenticeship Programme - what can you expect? 

Our professional apprenticeship programme has been developed to ensure you are supported throughout every step of your journey, combining work-based experience with off-the-job training. You will be stretched, challenged, and supported by a business that views your professional development and formal qualification as a priority.  

Our programme will provide a fully funded day or block release Level 4 (HNC) and/or Level 6 (degree) apprenticeship in your chosen vocation, while working as a full time Laing O'Rourke employee. It will also include a series of bespoke development modules, and technical training opportunities, strategically placed to support you at key stages of your apprenticeship journey. During the programme you will work across a range of projects, which will offer the breadth and variety to support your occupational competency and will contribute towards the achievement of your apprenticeship and professional accreditation. 

 

 **The Professional Apprenticeship Programme will commence in September 2025**