Introduction
This is an exciting opportunity to begin your career in Business Administration within the Commercial Department of a growing construction business. As a Level 3 Business Administrator Apprentice, you will gain hands‑on experience supporting the commercial team while developing valuable administrative, organisational and communication skills.
About the Employer
P Hughes Construction Ltd is a family‑run company established in 1987, with over 35 years of experience in the construction industry. Specialising in groundwork and civil engineering, the company has earned a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality, reliable, and cost‑effective solutions across a wide range of projects. Throughout its history, P Hughes Construction Ltd has remained committed to the core values of professionalism, integrity, and exceptional workmanship. As a family‑owned business, the company takes pride in building long‑lasting relationships with clients, delivering projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards.
What You’ll Do
Provide day‑to‑day administrative support to the Commercial Department. Shadow Senior Quantity Surveyors to gain an understanding of commercial processes and project management. Assist with general administrative duties including document management, filing, data entry and maintaining project records. Respond to administrative requests from the commercial team. Complete quantity take‑offs from construction drawings to calculate areas, quantities and material requirements. Produce accurate schedules and measurement information to support estimating and procurement activities. Develop an understanding of supplier relationships and material procurement within the construction industry. Support the wider business with administrative tasks as required.
Training Outcome
On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there will be the opportunity to progress onto a higher‑level apprenticeship.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisational skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications
- Essential – GCSE – English – 4
- Essential – GCSE – Maths – 4
Course Information
- Course: Business Administrator (Level 3)
- Level: 3
- Route: Business and Administration
- Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
- Working Week: Monday to Thursday 8:30 – 5:00pm, Friday 8:30 – 4:00pm
- Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Training Provider: West Nottinghamshire College
