Project Controls Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship (Starting between August 2026 and July 2027)

The qualification is based on National Occupational Standards (NOS) and has been designed following consultation with industry employers and stakeholders on a qualifications strategy which allows for a wider use of off the job assessment and to further sector needs to improve transferability of skills across the different sectors that comprise the industry. The detail and scope of the assessment criteria within this qualification have been developed by the Engineering Construction Industry Training Board (ECITB) Standards Setting Organisation in conjunction with employers, trainers, and assessors through workshops and consultations.

Typically, project controllers work in large project teams on complex projects in sectors such as construction, manufacturing, engineering, energy, defence, transport, utilities, pharmaceutical and infrastructure – where detailed progress/performance tracking, and an understanding of on-site hazards, health and safety requirements and compliance is critical.

Project controls is crucial to ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects and a shortage of skilled professionals provides opportunities for a secure, fulfilling long-term career.

Projects Control Technician – Apprenticeship

ECITB Level 3 Diploma in Project Controls Practice and Techniques (RQF) through the ECITB

Successful completion of this qualification and additional work experience can lead to careers as: a project controller; an estimator; a planner, a scheduler; a cost engineer; a quantity surveyor; or a risk analyst – these may eventually lead to a career as a project controls manager/director or a career in project, programme or portfolio management.

You will learn key skills, knowledge and technical skills to be competent as a Project Skills Technician. You will be able to work within project teams on complex projects. This is within the Engineering Sector

Assessment is through a combination of ECITB AO online knowledge tests; skills assessment reports (SARs) (researched assignments and reports which provide evidence of skills based either on ‘live’ workplace or simulated workplace/case study projects and experience); mandatory observation and; recorded technical discussions and/or presentations. All assessment is carried out by assessors approved by the AO.

The apprenticeship element will be portfolio based and assessed through end point assessment

There are no mandatory entry requirements. However, due to the level and complexity of the subject, it is recommended that candidates should have attained GCSE grade “C/5” or above or RQF functional skills level 2 or above in English (Language) and Mathematics or are able to demonstrate evidence of other suitable attainment or experience. A candidate’s individual circumstances will determine if this qualification is appropriate and the Approved Centre will work with the prospective candidate and, where appropriate, the employer to determine suitability for the qualification.

Working in the relevant field is required for this apprenticeship and qualification. This is determined by Yeovil College processes and the job description with the employer.

Through the Yeovil College Website