Project Controls Professional Apprenticeship
At IBIS Consultancy, in partnership with the National Skills Academy for Nuclear (NSAN), we are proud to offer Project Control Professional apprenticeships. These programmes are extensively funded, ranging from 95% to 100%, providing an exceptional opportunity to develop your workforce without significant financial investment.
Our collaboration with NSAN has been instrumental since the inception of this apprenticeship, focusing on the preparation of specialised learning materials and supporting its successful launch within the industry. We are committed to ongoing improvements and relevancy adjustments to meet employer needs effectively.
The apprenticeship is designed to equip participants with the skills necessary to critically analyse, interpret, and evaluate technical information, ensuring they grow into quality professionals. Graduates from our programme are adept at ensuring that complex engineering and infrastructure projects are delivered successfully, safely, and to the highest standards of time, cost, and quality.
Invest in your team’s future by enrolling them in our Project Control Professional apprenticeship and see them transform into the highly skilled professionals who will lead your projects to success.
Fully funded scholarship
join this apprerenticeship and claim your 100% fully funded OTHM Level 7 diploma in Project Management
Empower your Firm
Project Control Professional Apprenticeships offer a structured pathway to developing a skilled workforce capable of managing complex projects more effectively, ultimately promoting organisational growth. According to human capital theory (Becker, 1993) and research conducted by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD, 2017), investing in staff development leads to heightened employee performance and greater organisational resilience.
By enabling employees to master essential project control competencies—such as cost and schedule management, risk mitigation, and quality assurance—these apprenticeships empower organisations to reduce inefficiencies, standardise processes, and improve overall project outcomes.
In project management literature, there is substantial evidence linking enhanced project control capabilities with improved organisational performance. Studies in the International Journal of Project Management (Zwikael & Smyrk, 2015; Badewi, 2020) have demonstrated that businesses with more advanced project governance frameworks are better positioned to meet deadlines, stay within budget, and maintain quality standards. By fostering a robust internal talent pipeline trained specifically in project control best practices, funded apprenticeships help businesses minimise reliance on external expertise, streamline resource allocation, and respond more effectively to shifting market demands.
This, in turn, improves retention rates, increases employee engagement, and ensures that businesses have the requisite human capital to scale operations, explore new opportunities, and adapt to emerging industry trends.
Enterprises have utilised this apprenticeship standard, such as
- BAE Systems
- Jacobs Engineering Group
- AECOM
- Costain Group
- Rolls-Royce
- Turner & Townsend
- Deloitte
- Thales
Our Evidence
At IBIS Consultancy, we are more than just a training provider. Drawing on over two decades of experience supporting market-leading organisations, we specialise in consultancy services, the implementation and management of Project Management Offices (PMOs), and transformation management offices. We assist our clients in developing robust Project Management Frameworks and establishing effective PMO services that align with their strategic objectives.
Our apprenticeship programmes go beyond traditional classroom instruction. We work closely with leadership teams to identify areas of weakness, enhance project performance, and achieve tangible results. By employing our Project Management Maturity Model, we help define current practices, highlight gaps, and create a clear roadmap for improvement. Ultimately, our apprenticeships serve as a powerful vehicle for addressing skill deficits and elevating overall organisational performance.
- At Bringham & Sons Construction in the construction sector, implementing advanced scheduling and quality management frameworks through our apprenticeship programme increased on-time project completion rates from 70% to 95% within 12 months.
- At TechNet Innovations in the IT sector, enhancing apprentices’ competency in risk assessment and earned value analysis led to a 20% reduction in delays and a 15% increase in customer satisfaction scores.
- At HealthSecure Clinics in the healthcare sector, apprenticeship-driven improvements in resource allocation and stakeholder engagement resulted in a 30% decrease in budget overruns and a 10% improvement in quality compliance scores.
- At DigitalCore Solutions in the digital transformation sector, introducing agile methodologies and robust portfolio management practices during the apprenticeship period produced a 25% reduction in rework and a 20% increase in stakeholder engagement ratings.
- At ProtoEng Consulting in the engineering complex sector, upskilling apprentices in cost management and mitigation strategies achieved a 15% reduction in cost variances and a 12% improvement in schedule adherence.
What Your Employees Will Gain by Joining Our Apprenticeship Programme?
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Project Management Core Certifications
Project Management (PMP, APM Foundation and Professional, or PRINCE 2),
Programme Management (MSP or PgMP),
Portfolio Management (MoP or Managing Portfolios),
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Project Management Functional Certifications
Schedule Management (PMI SP),
Risk Management (MoR or RMP),
Project Management Office (P3O or PMI PMO).
How it works
The Learning phase
- Apprentices will meet with a tutor monthly to learn the course curriculum.
- The majority of learning is conducted online, allowing learners to meet other apprentices and network.
- Learners must be in the learning stage for a minimum of 24 months and a day.
- During their time on the learning programme, they will learn key Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours, and build a portfolio of evidence as they go to prove that they have attained the level of capability required
- Project Planner
- Cost Engineer
- Project Analyst
- Project Control Coordinator
- Project Controller
- Programme Manager
- Project Engineer
- Product Analyst
The Assessment phase
- Once their portfolio is complete, the learner will go to a stage called “Gateway“ which is the start of their assessment period (for this course, that assessment period lasts for 3-4 months).
- During the first 3 months of the assessment period, the apprentice must carry out a real project at work to apply their learned Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours, then produce and submit a project report and presentation.
- Following their submission and around 2-4 weeks later, the apprentice will meet with an external assessor (usually online), deliver their presentation and discuss their project and portfolio of evidence.
- Gateway Stage
- Project Execution
- Project Report and Presentation
- End-point Assessment Meeting
The training will enable
the apprentice to:
By enrolling your employees in our Project Control Professional apprenticeship, they will gain prestigious qualifications including PMP, OTHM Diploma Level 7 in Project Management, MSP, MoR, MoP, and P3O. These globally recognised certifications equip your teams with rigorous, evidence-based methodologies that will significantly elevate their ability to execute complex projects successfully and consistently.
This apprenticeship is designed to foster a culture of critical analysis, risk management, and value-driven decision-making. Employees trained under these frameworks become more adept at anticipating challenges, optimising resources, and steering initiatives towards strategic objectives. The result is a more proactive, forward-looking workforce that enhances the organisation’s competitive edge.
Equipping staff with advanced project control competencies enables them to streamline processes, minimise bottlenecks, and ensure projects remain on time and on budget. As employees gain confidence in applying best-practice methodologies, you will see immediate improvements in operational efficiency and a measurable reduction in costly project overruns.
Supporting your team’s professional growth through these advanced qualifications signals that you value their development and trust in their potential. This enhances employee morale, fosters loyalty, and encourages a culture of continuous improvement, resulting in lower turnover and stronger long-term performance across your organisation.
Course Structure:
First Year : Project Control Foundations
Embark on your journey of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) with a diverse array of courses tailored to enhance your expertise. A minimum commitment of 24 CPD hours is required to complete the programme. Participants must enrol in at least one course from the Operations Management category and complete all courses within the Project Planning category. For the remaining hours, you have the freedom to choose from a rich selection within the CPD library, allowing you to tailor your learning experience to meet the full 24-hour requirement. This structured yet flexible approach ensures a comprehensive enhancement of your professional skills
| Course | Hrs | Knowledge | Skills | Behaviour |
| Project Development and Testing Certification | 2.5 | K2, K4, K14 | S2, S3, S13 | B5, B6 |
| Master Planning Certification | 1 | K8, K22, K23 | S7, S20, S22 | B4, B11 |
| Project Preparation Certification | 2.5 | K3, K12, K17 | S1, S12, S18 | B7 |
| Project Design Certification | 2.5 | K5, K6, K24 | S4, S5, S23 | B9 |
| Project Management Foundation (Small Projects) Certification | .75 | K1, K7, K11 | S6, S11, S14 | B2, B8 |
| Budgeting Basics Certification | 1.5 | K19, K25 | S19, S24, S25 | |
| Operations Management | ||||
| Operations Management Certification Level 2 | 14 | K13, K16, K18 | S14, S15, S16 | B3 |
| Construction Management Certification Level 1-3 | 15 | K9, K10, K15 | S9, S10, S27 | B1 |
| Warehouse and Transport Management Certification | 5 | K21, K26 | S17, S21 | B5 |
- Project Management Professional (PMP): PMP is a globally recognised certification in project management. It is extensively utilised by multinational organisations, particularly within the sectors of IT, consultancy, commerce, research and development, and business-oriented projects
- PRINCE2 Practitioner: PRINCE 2 is a European Certification in Project Management, aligned with the Axelos framework. It is commonly used for administrative projects.
- APM Project Professional: It is European Accreditation in Project Management. This is common in the public sector and construction industry
This 40-hour module is expertly crafted to meet the rigorous standards set by ACostE and PMI-SP, offering a specialised pathway to the PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP)® certification. Designed for those who orchestrate project timelines, this certification recognises the complex skill set needed to steer projects to timely completion, aligning closely with strategic business objectives. Candidates will traverse through essential domains such as Schedule Strategy, Planning and Development, Monitoring, Controlling, Closeout, and Stakeholder Communications Management. These areas collectively ensure that from the outset to the conclusion of a project, every phase is meticulously planned and executed.
The certification not only focuses on the mechanics of scheduling but also embeds robust configuration management aligned with best practices and organizational standards. It advocates for a tailored scheduling approach, responsive to project-specific nuances and broader environmental influences, enhancing standardization and efficacy across projects. Furthermore, it integrates scheduling with other project management facets and underscores the importance of team involvement and education in scheduling processes. This holistic approach elevates the role of scheduling within project management, fostering a collaborative and well-informed project atmosphere.
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Second Year : Project Contracting, procurement, Risk and Health and Safety.
The aim of the unit is to enable the student to understand the core concepts of procurement along with the importance of identifying and managing risks related to procurement and contract management. The learners will also develop a critical understanding of various legislative frameworks important for procurement and consider frameworks for risk assessment in the procurement context.
- The purpose of the Practitioner qualification is to confirm whether the candidate has achieved sufficient understanding of how to apply and tailor M_o_R in a scenario situation. A successful Practitioner candidate should, with suitable direction, be able to start applying an M_o_R approach to any organizational perspective but may not be sufficiently skilled to do this appropriately for all situations.
- The Project Management Institute (PMI)® offers a professional credential for project risk managers, known as the PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) ®. PMI’s professional credentialing examination development processes stand apart from other project management certification examination development practices.
Certificate-based programs provide a valuable opportunity to gain specialized knowledge and skills in a relatively short amount of time, enhancing professional development and career prospects.
Choose any one that suits best for your industry: IOSH, NEBOSH, OSHA.
IOSH
Designed for a new generation of OSH professionals looking to lead as business enablers, driving change in a new world of work. The IOSH Level 6 Diploma enables future leaders to gain a business focussed understanding of how OSH best practice can help drive business benefits when embedded across an organisation wherever it operates around the world.NEBOSH
The NEBOSH International Diploma is the qualification for aspiring health and safety professionals, building directly upon the foundation of knowledge provided by the NEBOSH International General Certificate.OSHA
Equip yourself with the knowledge to create a safer workplace. OSHA Guide to Industrial Hygiene Course,
the comprehensive course provides an in-depth understanding of industrial hygiene practices, focusing on OSHA regulations and procedures.
The aim of this unit is to allow the learner to understand concepts of portfolio management and the associated features. The value of having a Project Management Office will also be examined and the stages of establishing and effective project management office will be considered. Learners will also examine the supply chain ecosystem and review IT frameworks appropriate for logistics and supply chain complexities.
Third Year : Project Governance
The aim of this unit is to develop critical understanding of managing operations and information systems within projects. The interrelationships within functional areas will be examined and the influence of contemporary factors. Learners will explore organisational strategy in relation to capacity to plan for products and consider the value of inventory management using information systems and inventory scheduling.
The Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices (P3O®) guidance provides advice, supported by discussion and examples, on how to develop a governance structure that helps optimize an organization’s investment in change alongside its Business as Usual work. A successful candidate will have an overall understanding of the elements, roles, functions and tools and techniques deployed in a generalised P3O model. Additional training may be required if the candidate is to take up one of the specialist roles in the P3O organization.
The unit aims to equip learners with the practical, technical, and methodological skills to conduct independent research for their research project and management broadly defined. It recognises that conducting research requires the development of specific and generic research skills, including understanding the research design process, understanding different techniques for conducting research in business and management studies, and appreciating the ethical and social implications of undertaking high value research. This unit will enable learners to develop critical awareness of key research skills as researchers and/or intendent practitioners.
- The MSP Foundation qualification is intended for: Programme managers and aspiring programme managers, Project managers/senior project managers, Business change managers, Other key staff involved in the design, development and delivery of projects, including project board members (e.g. executive), project assurance, and project support and Operational line managers/staff (e.g. process owners) operating within a programme environment.
- The PgMP certification recognizes advanced experience, skill and performance in the oversight of multiple, related projects and their resources aligned with an organizational objective. PgMP certification holders oversee the success of a program — a way to group multiple, related projects to achieve benefits that may not be realized if the projects were managed in a stand-alone fashion.
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What qualifications do I need for an apprenticeship?
The qualifications needed for an apprenticeship vary depending on the specific role. For example, Level 2 apprenticeships might not require formal qualifications, while degree apprenticeships may require GCSEs and A Levels. Some roles may also ask for specific subjects, like STEM for engineering.
Remember:
- Check the specific vacancy: Always refer to the individual apprenticeship listing for their exact requirements.
- It’s not just about grades: Employers value your willingness to learn, passion, and transferable skills.
- Apprenticeships are for learning: Companies are looking to train you, not for a finished product.
Do I need prior work experience to be eligible for an apprenticeship?
- Having work experience can definitely boost your application, as it demonstrates your interest and initiative in the field.
- However, it’s important to remember that apprenticeships are designed to provide you with work experience.
- Therefore, employers are not expecting you to have extensive experience before starting.
- Instead, they’ll be looking for evidence of transferable skills you can bring to the role, which could be gained through:
- Volunteering
- Part-time jobs
- Academic achievements
- The key is to highlight experiences relevant to the specific apprenticeship you’re applying for
What's the process for applying for apprenticeships?
To apply for an apprenticeship, you’ll typically submit your application directly to the company offering the opportunity. This usually involves sending your CV and a cover letter that highlights your skills and interest in the role. Sometimes, you might need to answer specific application questions instead of a cover letter.
Can I switch employers and keep my apprenticeship?
- Yes, you can change employers and continue your existing apprenticeship without restarting your studies.
- However, both conditions need to be met:
- Your new employer offers apprenticeships in your field.
- Your training provider approves the new employer as suitable.
How many hours a week do I need to work as an apprentice?
As an apprentice, you’ll typically work at least 30 hours per week with your employer, while also participating in part-time study. The specific work-study schedule may vary depending on the employer. It’s crucial to check the initial apprenticeship contract for details about your expected work hours. You can also ask about the work schedule during your apprenticeship interview.
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