Construction Graduate Apprentice

About The Role

Cala Homes (North) are looking for a Construction Graduate Apprentice to join our team based in Aberdeen.

Our Construction teams are responsible for the safe delivery of homes to our customers. This team pays attention to Health, Safety & Environmental matters, Programme Attainment, Product Quality, Cost Management, Contractor and Supplier liaison, with ultimately a strong customer focus. The Construction team in the North works closely with our Commercial, Technical, Sales, and Customer Service colleagues to ensure a team approach. Your key responsibilities are therefore as follows:

• Support site management and on-site teams to assist in the coordination and oversight of construction activities
• Promote and enforce adherence to safety protocols and regulations on site
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to ensure project plans and deadlines are adhered to ensure a team approach
• We are seeking a team member who is confident with people and has the energy, passion, and ability to succeed at the highest level
• Embrace the Cala Values for Quality, Respect, Passion and Delivery

In this role, you will additionally spend 4 years studying towards achieving a BSc (Hons) in the Built Environment at Robert Gordon University. You will be required to attend university 1 day per week, whilst also being a key member of the Cala team. Attendance at University classes is mandatory either online or in person and must be treated in the same way as any other working day.

Alongside studying for your degree, you will receive on-the-job training and be given learning opportunities to develop your core skills and help set you up for success. You will also have support from the wider business and peers.

About You

We are seeking a new team member who is confident and has the passion and ability to succeed at the highest level.

You will have achieved, or be on track to achieve the following qualifications in advance of August 2024:

• SQA Highers at BBBC, or equivalent qualifications
• OR
• Those who have completed a Foundation Apprenticeship, Modern Apprenticeship, SVQs/NVQs or have relevant work experience will be considered on an individual basis

Advanced entry may be possible if the candidate possesses more advanced prior learning or experience.

This opportunity is funded through the Scottish Funding Council and The Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). This role is therefore open for eligible candidates to apply. Please assess whether you are eligible for funding here: Graduate Apprenticeships - Funding - SAAS.

You should also be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite applications (Excel, Powerpoint, Word)
• A team-player
• Interest in the housebuilding industry
• Industry experience is beneficial but not mandatory
• Must have a full Right to Work in the UK
• Must have (or working towards obtaining) a valid UK Driving License and a willingness to travel
• Must live in Scotland

About Us

The Cala Group is a major UK housebuilder and leading provider of desirable new homes across Scotland, the South of England & Midlands. Driven by a mission to create vibrant and sustainable new communities, our homes are characterised by exceptional design and sector-leading build quality, and we have a passion for providing our customers with a great home buying experience.

Our goal is to be the favoured employer in our industry and beyond. We encourage applications from those who want to be part of a culture where they can thrive, feel a sense of belonging and be comfortable being themselves at work.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please click the button below and attach your CV and covering letter as one document. For more information you can contact the recruitment team directly at CalaHomesEarlyTalent@sanctuarygraduates.co.uk using the subject heading ‘Construction GA - North’.

This role has the following recruitment process:

• Apply online with your CV and covering letter
• Video interview via Microsoft Teams with a member of the recruitment team
• Discipline specific interview with our Hiring Manager

We recognise that a diverse team makes us a stronger and more successful company. We value different ideas and perspectives as it helps improve our decision-making, products, and services. And we’re striving to create an inclusive work environment, in which everyone can feel comfortable as themselves, uniquely contribute and do their best work. If we need to adjust anything in our recruitment process to support you, please contact CalaHomesEarlyTalent@sanctuarygraduates.co.uk.

The closing date to apply for this role is Monday 24th February 2025. Please note that depending on the volume of applications we receive, we may close this advert ahead of the closing date.