Construction and The Built Environment
Sector overview
This sector reaches every corner of England and impacts each of our lives. It is the homes we live in, the schools we attend, the offices and factories we work in, and the hospitals we receive treatment in. It is the transport and energy infrastructures that keep industry turning.
Apprenticeship Standards
There are nearly 140 different apprenticeship standards ranging from Level 2 to 7. Apprenticeship titles include:
Benefits
Security
The industry needs 225,000 new workers by 2027 amid a skills shortage. The world of construction is changing and is incorporating new technologies to ensure sustainability.
Variety
The projects you work on could vary from small home extensions to building schools and hospitals. Projects that change people's lives and will support future generations.
Career progression
Due to the variety of roles within the industry, there is lots of development opportunity. You could choose to specialise in specific areas such as surveying, architecture or town planning.
Personal Attributes
- English and maths GCSE at Grade 4 (C)
- Attention to detail
- Team working
- Positive attitude
- Communication
