Project Management Apprentice (Level 6) – London

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact: Start your career with a company that inspires you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed! The biggest questions spark our curious minds. At Jacobs, we solve the most important problems, the ones for the real world. Whether it’s projects focused on addressing the climate emergency, improving our security, or benefiting our communities by improving transportation links and infrastructure, these are just some of the ways we are working to build a better future for all.

About the Apprenticeship: Are you looking for the opportunity to study alongside working for a company that is focused on the biggest challenges in the world today? We are excited to be looking for a Project Management apprentice to join our London office. You will work towards achieving a Level 6 qualification at the University of Cumbria.

What will you get? Recognised throughout industry as a benchmark of good practice, our Early Careers Programmes offer a structured approach to Continuous Professional Development. You’ll learn technical, behavioural and business skills to set you up for a successful career. As a member of the Jacobs Apprenticeship community, a mentor will support you with your learning as well as opportunities to network across Jacobs. We want you to have unlimited learning opportunities and space for growth so you can fulfil your potential.

About The Opportunity: Jacobs’ Energy & Power team is a globally integrated engineering and consultancy group enabling the transition to a cleaner, more resilient, and more efficient energy future. We deliver comprehensive services across renewables, hydrogen, storage, power generation, and grid modernisation, combining deep technical expertise with a whole-systems approach to energy transformation.

The Project Management function within Energy & Power is responsible for planning, directing, and monitoring complex programme and project delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk objectives are met. Project Managers lead multidisciplinary and systems-level energy programs, acting as the primary client interface and overseeing technical performance, programme controls and full lifecycle delivery.

As a Project Management Apprentice, you will support the planning, coordination and delivery of engineering and infrastructure projects within the Energy & Power business. Working alongside experienced Project Managers, engineers, planners and commercial specialists, you will develop core project management capabilities while contributing to real client assignments. This role blends on-the-job learning with structured apprenticeship training, enabling you to build a strong foundation for a long-term career in project delivery.

What you’ll need:

• At least 120 UCAS tariff points; subject preferences include Business Studies, Business Management, English and Mathematics
• An interest in developing a career in Project Management and the energy sector
• Strong communication and teamworking skills
• A flexible and proactive self-starter who’s passionate about developing new skills
• The ability to adapt and prioritise whilst juggling work and study priorities
• Enthusiasm and curiosity to apply your skills to solve real-world problems
• Empathy and listening skills to help you truly understand our clients’ requirements
• A well-rounded person – worked in a bar? Been captain of a sports team or volunteered for a charity? Tell us – we’re looking for people with interesting stories and experiences!

You must have the permanent right to live and work in the UK. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally. Our values stand on a foundation of safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We put people at the heart of our business, and we truly believe that by supporting one another through our culture of caring, we all succeed. We value positive mental health and a sense of belonging for all employees.

With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits, and opportunities, from well-being benefits to our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place. No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture, and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

We aim to embed inclusion and belonging in everything we do. We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected and creative. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Jacobs Employee Networks, Communities of Practice and our Find Your Community initiatives, allowing every employee to find connection, purpose, and belonging.

Jacobs partners with VERCIDA to help us attract and retain talent from a wide range of backgrounds. As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process, please contact the team via Careers Support.