With a focus on operational technology and digital transformation, Capula, part of the Dalkia Group, has been a leader in advanced system integration for decades; optimising efficiency & delivering performance on a massive scale. But with continuous innovation at the heart of our business, we've always got our sights set on the future. We work in some of the most highly regulated and challenging industrial environments, and have delivered critical projects across energy, water, renewables and manufacturing.
At Capula, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is celebrated in all its forms. We actively encourage applications from individuals of minority backgrounds, underrepresented groups, and those with disabilities. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute their unique perspectives.
Summary of Role:
This Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship is designed for future project professionals who want to develop the skills, confidence and experience needed to plan, lead and deliver successful projects in a complex engineering and technology environment.
You'll study towards a Level 6 Project Manager Degree Apprenticeship with Staffordshire University while gaining practical experience supporting live projects at Capula. The programme develops the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to deliver projects in line with defined objectives, stakeholder expectations, governance requirements, time, cost and quality standards.
Throughout the programme, you'll explore:
Project planning, scheduling, monitoring and control
Stakeholder engagement, communication and leadership
Risk, issue, change and benefits management
Governance, financial control, reporting and project assurance
This programme is ideal if you are organised, proactive, confident communicating with others, and interested in how projects are delivered from initial planning through to successful completion.
What you'll do at Capula
During your apprenticeship, you will gain experience supporting project delivery across our engineering business. This may include:
Supporting project managers with planning, coordination, reporting and delivery activities
Helping to track project progress, milestones, actions, risks and issues
Preparing project documentation, meeting packs, status updates and performance reports
Working with internal teams, customers, suppliers and stakeholders to support effective communication
Developing an understanding of project governance, commercial awareness, quality, safety and compliance requirements
You'll work alongside experienced project managers and engineering teams delivering market-leading systems for large-scale, business-critical automation and digital technology projects.
Academic Learning:
You will attend Staffordshire University through structured learning, developing academic knowledge and practical project management capability in areas such as:
Project governance and financial control
Business environment, strategy and organisational change
Estimating, planning, scheduling and resource management
Risk management, quality management and project assurance
Stakeholder communication, leadership and team development
Benefits management, reporting and continuous improvement
The apprenticeship typically runs over three years, plus an end-point assessment period, combining university study with workplace learning and off-the-job training.
Essential Requirements:
Level 3 qualifications such as A-levels, BTEC, T-Level or equivalent, ideally in business, project management, STEM, digital, engineering or a related subject
GCSE Maths & English at Grade 4/C or above
Must already live within 30 minutes of Capula's Stone office
In return Capula offers the following benefits to permanent employees
28 days holiday plus bank holidays
Flexible working
Pension
Life assurance policy
Private health care
Lifestyle screening
Salary sacrifice programme
Mental health assistance programme
Cycle to work scheme
Green car scheme
Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company
Professional memberships fees covered/study support
NOTE TO EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES: We are currently working with only our preferred suppliers.
