Project Management Degree Apprenticeship – Register Interest Apprenticeship

Build your career in project management with Network Rail’s Level 6 Project Management Apprenticeship. This programme offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience delivering real infrastructure projects while studying towards a degree qualification. You will develop a strong understanding of how large-scale projects are planned and delivered, working alongside experienced professionals across engineering, design and construction. This apprenticeship provides a clear pathway into a long-term career managing complex projects that support and improve the UK rail network.

About Network Rail

Network Rail is responsible for renewing and enhancing the rail network, working closely with engineers, designers and construction partners to deliver projects that support millions of passengers and businesses every day.

The Role

Our Level 6 Project Management Apprenticeship offers you the opportunity to gain practical knowledge into a Project Manager’s responsibility for the end to end delivery of projects.

The apprenticeship is designed to develop your understanding of delivering projects in line with defined objectives and taking decisions to manage stakeholder expectations by leading a multi skilled, cross disciplinary team to deliver projects to time, cost and quality requirements.

• Be involved in all aspects of the Project Management process, applying governance and project management methods to deliver projects
• Gain an understanding of how projects are managed within wider programmes
• Work closely with engineers, designers and construction partners on real projects
• Take part in planned rotations across different functions to broaden your experience
• Work across sites, adapting to different environments while maintaining a strong focus on health and safety

Training and Development

As part of the scheme, you will balance part-time university study with practical experience. This is a degree-level apprenticeship and upon successful completion, you will achieve either a BA or BSc Honours degree in Project Management.

Completing this course means you will also gain the APM Project Management Qualification and be eligible to become a Member of the Association for Project Management.

Company Culture

We support our apprentices every step of the way, empowering them to grow, excel, and become an essential part of the rail industry. We encourage hard work, innovation, and continuous improvement, inspiring individuals to embrace the opportunities and challenges of this dynamic field.

Benefits and Perks

Network Rail provides structured training and development opportunities to enhance knowledge, build confidence and support long term career ambitions. The programme offers clear progression routes, with opportunities to apply for Project Management roles within the organisation upon completion.

Requirements

• Appropriate level 3 qualifications such as 3 GCE A Levels at grades A to C, or a vocational equivalent
• Typically achieved Maths and English at Level 2 prior to starting the apprenticeship
• Logical thinker with an organised mindset
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Self motivated with a good work ethic and proactive approach
• Interest in Project Management and ability to build strong working relationships

If you are interested in developing your skills through a structured apprenticeship with real responsibility and long-term progression, register your interest to be notified when applications open.