Project Management Higher Skills Apprentice - SP Energy Networks

Duration - 2 Years

Location - North West England & Mid Wales

Start Date - 31/08/2026

Salary & Benefits: £25,950, competitive pension and a range of flexible benefits. On completion of your programme, you will move into your permanent post with a starting salary of £37,560.

Minimum Criteria:

• Two A levels at A-C (or equivalent) plus three GCSEs at grades 4-9 including English, Maths and a Science.
• Driving License (or working towards it).

Course: Diploma in Project Management

Where you’ll be working:

Within SP Energy Networks, we are focusing on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. With distribution networks designed for predictable, stable demand, it’s vital we upgrade our network to create the flexibility required to cope with the extensive changes to electricity demand, generation and consumer behaviour. Through technology and innovation, we will enable a consumer-led revolution in the use and operation of our system. It will undergo the biggest changes to its design and operation for over half a century and you can be part of it.

What you’ll be doing:

As a Project Management Apprentice in SP Energy Networks, you'll have the chance to work on a range of exciting business and engineering projects and make a real-world difference. We're all about cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices, so you'll get stuck right in developing national infrastructure projects that align with our environmental goals. Managing business, IT or engineering projects that range in complexity and value, you’ll gain a breadth of experience across different business and engineering streams such as infrastructure investments and customer connections. Collaborating with different stakeholders from engineers, contracts managers, suppliers, government agencies and local communities, it’s up to you to keep the project on track. You'll be monitoring project documentation, progress reports and financial records, and you'll be providing regular updates to stakeholders and management on the status of the projects, including achievements in reducing carbon emissions.

You will develop excellent commercial skills as you gain experience in the financial and commercial aspects of project management. You’ll explore innovative solutions that reduce carbon footprints and promote renewable energy sources. And we know the importance of environmental practices, so we'll provide continuous training to keep you up to date on the latest advancements and best practices in achieving Net Zero emissions. Not only will you be gaining valuable experience during your programme, but you'll also be making a real impact on our journey towards a sustainable future.

Positions are available in the below areas:

If you are based in North West England & Mid Wales, you will complete a Level 4 Project Management qualification.

What’s in it for you:

• Starting salary of £25,950
• During the programme, you’ll work towards a qualification in Project Management, on completion, you’ll become a qualified Project Co-ordinator.
• A generous pension scheme where we’ll double match your contributions up to 10%.
• A broad range of flexible benefits including share incentive plans, employee discounts, charity-matched funding and many, many more.

What you’ll bring:

• Two A levels at A-C (or equivalent) plus three GCSEs at grades 4-9 including English, Maths and a Science.
• Ideally, you’ll also have a driving licence as you’ll need to get to different sites both during and after your training period.

Why SP Energy Networks?

We’re powering the journey to Net Zero. As one of the UK’s key electricity network operators, we’re upgrading infrastructure, embracing innovation, and helping communities transition to clean energy. You’ll be part of a company that values diversity, inclusion, and sustainability - and supports your growth every step of the way.