Project Management Apprenticeship (Level 6 Degree)
About AWE
We are AWE. We're a team of remarkable people achieving an extraordinary mission: keeping the nation safe and secure.
Our work is critical. We are responsible for delivering the next warhead for the UK's nuclear deterrent; working at the forefront of nuclear technologies that keep the nation safe.
AWE’s support for the government’s strategy takes many facets: from supporting the weapon programme for the nuclear deterrent, supporting the UK’s counter terrorist programme, identifying where there may be nuclear tests taking place around the world, and building an expert group of individuals in order to give the UK real depth in nuclear science and technology.
Start an extraordinary career at AWE; grow your skills, learn from industry experts and become part of a community at one of the most unique companies in the UK.
About the role
As a Project Management Apprentice at AWE, you will be given the opportunity to support an array of mission critical projects, exploring your own set of skills and discovering where your passion lies, and where your individual skillset is best suited. Throughout your career at AWE, you will have the chance to work in support of our core programme, on large infrastructure projects, and on a wide range of supporting programmes which enable AWE to operate and grow. You will work with a wide variety of passionate and industry leading subject matter experts, building strong relationships with teams and stakeholders.
Project Managers are required to effectively lead and manage teams, communicate clearly and concisely, solve problems effectively, prioritise multiple tasks and work to challenging timescales in difficult environments. These are skills and competencies you will develop during the Project Management Apprenticeship at AWE.
Throughout your apprenticeship, you will gain a diverse skillset and knowledge of:
Project management methodologies and techniques to apply these
Project lifecycle management
Projects Structures - WBS, CBS, OBS
Estimating, planning and scheduling
Governance and financial control of projects
Performance Measurement and Analysis
Business Rhythm - Month End Reporting and Analysis
Stakeholder and communications management, both with internal and external stakeholders
Prioritising workload, resources and deadlines within high pressure complex environments
Change management: to appropriately manage scope, requirements and benefits
Quality control
Procurement and contract management
Risk and opportunity identification and management, and the impacts of these on schedule, cost and quality.
About you
IT proficiency
Good communication skills
Excellent team working skills
Effective organisation skills
Health and safety awareness
Leadership qualities
Passion for your chosen profession
Entry Requirements
GCSE English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
3 A Levels at grade C or above; or T Level Pass (C or above on the core); or BTEC Extended Diploma at MMM.
Applicants must be aged 18 or over, as of 31st August 2025 due to security clearance requirements.
You must be a British National to apply for a role with us.
The Benefits
A starting salary of £22,250 yearly, increasing annually throughout your apprenticeship
Market leading contributory pension scheme
Generous holiday entitlement of 270 hours a year (inclusive of Bank Holidays) plus every other Friday off
Access to employee discounts portal - everyday savings on retail, hospitality and leisure
Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
Alongside these benefits you will get the opportunity to learn from some of the top leaders in their field whilst helping us to continue to deliver national nuclear security, threat reduction and counter-terrorism solutions.
Location – Aldermaston (Reading / Basingstoke area)
Start date - August 2025.
Duration – 4 years
Recruitment Process
We recruit on a rolling basis which means as soon as our positions have been filled, the scheme will close to new applications. So, please apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out!
These roles are governed by Health and Safety at Work Regulations and require all candidates to have an Occupational Health pre-employment medical held at AWE which follows the initial selection process. All candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role and be willing and able to work in designated areas.
Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants.
Any inclusion information you provide us will be used to encourage and support you through the application process and will be held only for this purpose in accordance with GDPR.
