IT Project Management apprentice Review
at National Gas
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Project Management
Warwick
Review Submitted: May 2026
Overall Rating
3.9 /5
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5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
As a Project Management Apprentice, I support the successful planning, delivery, and completion of projects while developing my skills and knowledge alongside experienced project managers. My role allows me to combine practical, hands-on experience with formal learning, helping me build a strong understanding of project management principles, tools, and best practices.
On a day-to-day basis, I am involved in a variety of tasks that help ensure projects run smoothly and stay on track. I assist with project planning activities, such as defining objectives, creating schedules, and tracking key milestones. I regularly help maintain project documentation by updating plans, risk registers, action logs, and other records to make sure information is accurate and up to date. I also attend project meetings, where I take minutes, track actions, and support communication across the project team.
A key part of my role involves supporting effective communication between team members, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. This includes preparing reports, updating progress trackers or dashboards, and providing updates under the guidance of the project manager. I help monitor timelines, budgets, and resources, while learning how to identify risks or issues early and escalate them appropriately.
Alongside my daily responsibilities, I work toward a recognised project management qualification, applying what I learn directly to real projects. This role helps me develop organisational skills, problem-solving abilities, and confidence, while building a solid foundation for a future career in project management.
On a day-to-day basis, I am involved in a variety of tasks that help ensure projects run smoothly and stay on track. I assist with project planning activities, such as defining objectives, creating schedules, and tracking key milestones. I regularly help maintain project documentation by updating plans, risk registers, action logs, and other records to make sure information is accurate and up to date. I also attend project meetings, where I take minutes, track actions, and support communication across the project team.
A key part of my role involves supporting effective communication between team members, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. This includes preparing reports, updating progress trackers or dashboards, and providing updates under the guidance of the project manager. I help monitor timelines, budgets, and resources, while learning how to identify risks or issues early and escalate them appropriately.
Alongside my daily responsibilities, I work toward a recognised project management qualification, applying what I learn directly to real projects. This role helps me develop organisational skills, problem-solving abilities, and confidence, while building a solid foundation for a future career in project management.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I have been enjoying my programme, the work and university balance is very manageable and has not felt overwhelming at any point so far. The environment and culture in the company has been very welcoming and encourages growth and learning which has felt incredibly supportive.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I am learning every day through my shadowing and responsibilities I have been given, my people management skills are especially being developed. My existing communication is also being improved through day to day meetings and work.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend National Gas to a friend?
Yes
Why?
There is an incredibly friendly and supportive environment which has made the transition into a new role very easy and motivates me to learn and support my colleagues as much as they do for me.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to National Gas?
Learn what you can about the company before your interview, the history and their role in critical national infrastructure and if you come in with a positive attitude and are driven toward self improvement, you'll fit right in.
