Level 4 Project Management Apprentice

Job description

Closes in 28 days (Friday 17 April 2026 at 11:59pm)

The successful candidate will support the production of accurate solar PV designs and technical proposals, over time, take on increased responsibility as their skills and confidence develop.

Wage£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age. National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices. Check minimum wage rates (opens in new tab). Competitive salary, aligned with entry-level commercial solar design roles.

Training courseAssociate project manager (level 4)

HoursMonday to Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

40 hours a week

Start dateMonday 27 April 2026

Duration1 year 9 months

WorkMost of your apprenticeship is spent working. You'll learn on the job by getting hands‐on experience.

What you'll do at workThis role is ideally suited to a post‐graduate candidate with an interest in renewable energy and solar PV system design. You will join an experienced team and receive structured training, mentoring, and hands‐on exposure to commercial solar PV projects.

The successful candidate will support the production of accurate solar PV designs and technical proposals, over time, take on increased responsibility as their skills and confidence develop.

Key Responsibilities

Support the design of Solar PV systems using PV*SOL and SolarEdge Designer

Assist with the analysis of half‐hourly usage data, energy bills, and consumption profiles to inform system sizing and performance modelling

Help produce panel layouts, generation estimates, and design documentation

Support technical documentation for proposals and project handover packs

Work closely with Project Managers, designers, and installation teams to ensure designs are practical and deliverable

Attend site visits when required to support the design and project teams

What We're Looking For

Strong analytical and numerical skills with good attention to detail

Interest in Solar PV systems and renewable energy technologies

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Good communication skills and a collaborative, team‐focused approach

Exposure to PV*SOL, SolarEdge Designer, or similar design software

Placement, internship, or project experience within the renewable or electrical sector

Basic understanding of commercial energy usage and utility bills

A relevant degree or post‐graduate qualification (e.g. Renewable Energy, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar)

Training, Development & Progression

Structured onboarding and role‐specific training

Hands‐on training in commercial Solar PV design tools and methodologies

Ongoing mentoring from experienced designers and project professionals

Clear progression pathway to Solar PV Designer and beyond as experience grows

Office‐based role in Ribchester

Competitive salary, aligned with entry‐level commercial solar design roles

Opportunity to build a long‐term career within a growing renewable energy business

Supportive, development‐focused team environment

Where you'll work33 MANOR COURTSALESBURY HALL ROADRIBCHESTERPRESTONPR3 3XR

Training

Use project monitoring and reporting techniques to track, interpret and report on performance.

Manage and engage with stakeholders.

Influence and negotiate with others to create a positive outcome for the project.

Resolve conflict as and when required with stakeholders within limits of responsibility.

Adapt communications to different stakeholders.

Communicate and support the project vision, to ensure buy in to the project objectives.

Collate and analyse information and provide input to support negotiations relating to project objectives.

Monitor and analyse project budgets.

Review and provide feedback on a project business case to ensure the project remains valid.

Apply change control processes to support the management of project scope.

Evaluate an integrated project management plan to provide recommendations on areas for improvement.

Prepare, monitor, and schedule activities that contribute to the delivery of the overall project schedule and objectives.

Evaluate and make recommendations on the risk management plan to threats to delivery and recommend solutions.

Identify and monitor project risks and issues; and plan and implement responses to them.

Deliver a Quality Management Plan which contributes to quality control processes.

Use an organisation's continual improvement process including lessons learned to improve performance.

Support the preparation or maintenance of a resource management plan for project activities.

Work with stakeholders to deliver the project.

Use digital tools and software to meet project objectives for example research, collaboration, presentations, and resolution of problems.

Provide underpinning data to support the written submission through the governance process.

Work within the approved project budget.

Ensure that integrated schedules support critical path analysis, interface management, resource forecasting and risk management.

Apply relevant legislation, regulations, codes of practice, and ethical guidance where appropriate to their work.

Use data to inform decisions on actions to take to mitigate risks on project.

Use configuration management and change control to schedule and maintain projects.

Manages resources through the project lifecycle.

The apprentice will attend day‐release at Burnley College one day per week

RequirementsGCSE in:

Maths and English (grade A*-C/9-4)

Other in:

Any Subject (grade Pass or above)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interest in renewable energy

Other requirements

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is required

About this employerWe help businesses make smarter energy choices every day, from carbon reduction strategies to solar installations that deliver real results. Together, we're building stronger, more sustainable businesses.

Opportunity to build a long‐term career within a growing renewable energy business

Supportive, development‐focused team environment

Disability ConfidentA fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long‐term health condition. This includes non‐visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You'll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Opportunity to build a long‐term career within a growing renewable energy business

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BURNLEY COLLEGE

themis@burnley.ac.uk

01282 733005

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000020791.

Apply nowCloses in 28 days (Friday 17 April 2026 at 11:59pm)

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Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Preston

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English