Apprentice Site Manager in Boston

Equans is a renowned energies & services contractor and a proud member of the Bouygues global industrial group. Our expertise spans the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings and critical infrastructure worldwide.

We have a great opportunity for an Apprentice Site Manager to join our Energy Solutions business at Equans and gain a valuable qualification and experience working within the Energy sector. Energy Solutions deliver and manage renewable infrastructure projects that help businesses and local authorities meet their energy resilience and net zero goals. From utility-scale solar farms and battery energy storage systems (BESS), rooftop PV, grid-scale storage to smart microgrid solutions, we provide fully integrated, renewable energy solutions.

General overview

The Apprentice Site Manager supports the site management team in overseeing all aspects of construction site operations within a UK construction company. This role is responsible for learning to manage project delivery including planning, coordinating resources, ensuring compliance with health and safety, quality standards, and supporting the successful completion of projects on time and within budget. The Trainee Site Manager develops leadership, commercial, and technical skills needed to progress toward independent site management.

Key Activities:

• Assist the Site Manager in coordinating site activities to comply with project schedules, health & safety regulations, and quality requirements.
• Help oversee subcontractors, site operatives, and suppliers to ensure efficient resource utilization and productivity.
• Support the management of site logistics, materials delivery, and equipment allocation.
• Monitor progress against project programmes and escalate risks or delays to senior management.
• Participate in site meetings, health & safety briefings, and audits.
• Maintain accurate site records, including daily reports, site diaries, and compliance documentation.
• Contribute to problem-solving and decision-making processes related to site operations and client requirements.
• Engage with stakeholders, including clients, consultants, and local authorities, as directed.

Skills, qualifications & experience:

• Minimum GCSEs or equivalent, especially in Maths and English.
• Some practical site experience, e.g., apprenticeship, site trainee, or junior supervisory roles.
• Valid CITB Health & Safety Test or equivalent basic health & safety certification.
• Competency in common office software and reporting tools.
• Strong communication, organisation, eagerness to learn and develop leadership.
• Valid UK driving license.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays).
• Equans share scheme.
• Private GP appointments.
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year.
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes.
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme.
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app.

Who are we?

EQUANS is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros. In the UK & Ireland, EQUANS is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

EQUANS’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

EQUANS is a Bouygues group company.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Professionals Network) and our Disability Network.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The EQUANS Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to EQUANS Managers.