School Leavers & Day Release
"When working on college assignments I often seek advice from colleagues on site. I can always find someone who has experience in the topic I am researching." Ashley Smith, Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Starting out on your career is an exciting time in your life. Your training and development at this early stage is key to your success in the future.
School events
Every year Osborne runs events at schools and colleges across the South East aimed at providing students with an insight into the construction industry, life at Osborne and the career opportunities we offer.
If you are a teacher or careers advisor, please contact us via our Enquiry Form if you would like Osborne to run an event at your school or college.
We are also committed to training the next generation of construction professionals, and support a range of education and training initiatives, including a scholarship at Birmingham University and awards at Southampton and Portsmouth Universities.
Work experience
We are proud of our involvement with the local community and like to offer work experience placements to students attending local schools. If you are a school or work experience organisation please contact us via our Enquiry Form to discuss placement opportunities.
Employment
Construction is a demanding yet rewarding industry. There are many different roles to suit your individual talents and personality. We offer skills-based training and will sponsor if you decide to continue your education on a day release basis. Career options include:
Construction Management
Construction Managers must be good problem-solvers and forward planners. They have great people skills and are good at presenting and discussing ideas in meetings. They have an in-depth knowledge of all aspects of the construction business, are well organised and have a good head for figures.Civil Engineering
Civil Engineers shape the infrastructure of our society by building roads, harbours, railways, airports, hospitals and schools. They are the inventive people who design, build and maintain the environment in which we live.Quantity Surveying
Quantity Surveyors are highly numerate and enjoy dealing with money. They also know a great deal about building legislation, construction materials, design and construction and are highly organised and great negotiators.Design Management
Design Managers advise on the practicalities and programme implications of different building methods, and give value engineering experience of building products and materials. They consider issues connected with planning requirements, environmental matters, waste management and site set-up.
Video interviews
You can watch videos of our staff talking about their jobs here.
How to apply
Visit the Current Vacancies section of the web site to view a list of the opportunities currently available or email recruitment@osborne.co.uk