Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction Placement with Glencar

Gateway: Construction and the Green Economy
T-Level: Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction
Location: Salford

Glencar are delighted to offer this placement opportunity for Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction students.

Location: Lester Road, Little Hulton, Manchester, M38 0U

About the placement

Project Support:

  • Working to assist experienced site managers in planning and executing construction projects.
  • Learn project management methodologies and apply them to ensure project success.

Communication and Co-ordination:

  • Collaborate with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders to facilitate effective communication.
  • Coordinate and manage site activities under the guidance of senior site managers.

Documentation and reporting:

  • Learn and implement record-keeping procedures for effective project management.

Health and Safety Compliance:

  • Follow and enforce all safety protocols and regulations on-site.
  • Participate in safety meetings and ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.

Learning and Development:

  • Attend relevant training sessions to enhance construction management skills.
  • Apply theoretical knowledge from the BTEC program to practical site management scenarios.

About the business

Glencar is a leading construction delivery partner, growing to become one of the UK’s most successful privately-owned contractors since being established in 2016.

Our business is built upon a relationship-driven ethos with our customers and developing a reputation for exceptional quality in the projects we deliver.

Looking to the future, we are leading the way with sustainable solutions, continuing our controlled growth and expansion into new markets each year.

As an employer, we have developed a unique culture, one that centres around trust and accountability as we continue to invest in and support our colleagues in ways that set us apart.

About the T Level – Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction

During the 2-year programme, students will learn the core knowledge and skills for entry to a range of construction occupations.

This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in construction, specifically in surveying and design, civil engineering, building services design, or hazardous materials surveying.

All students will develop a general understanding of construction, including:

  • health and safety
  • the science behind building design, surveying and planning
  • making accurate and appropriate measurements
  • construction methods
  • building regulations and standards
  • data management and information standards in construction
  • relationship management and customer service
  • how the Internet of Things (IoT) impacts construction
  • digital engineering techniques
  • mathematical techniques to solve construction problems
  • construction design principles and processes
  • the construction industry and its role in the economy
  • sustainability and the environmental impact of construction
  • business, commerce and corporate social responsibility

They will also learn about topics specific to design, surveying and planning, including:

  • project management
  • budgeting and resource allocation
  • procurement
  • risk management

This T Level course is currently on offer in Greater Manchester at:

This placement may not be available with all colleges or providers. Please speak to your college or provider for more information about which placements may be available to you.