Heathrow Construction

About the role

🚀 Heathrow: Build Your Future in Aviation Construction! ✈️

Ever wondered what goes into making one of the world's busiest airports tick? With around 1,300 take-offs and landings *daily*, Heathrow is a marvel of modern engineering and complex construction. Think massive projects like Terminals 2 and 5 – some of the biggest and most intricate in Europe! 😉 This virtual work experience program is your backstage pass to the brains and brawn behind it all.

What You'll Dive Into:

• 💡 Modern Construction Secrets: Discover cutting-edge techniques and how to build sustainably for the future. 🌍
• 🤔 Challenge Accepted! Tackle engaging quizzes and thought-provoking activities, like managing a tricky project. You'll be encouraged to explore career paths that spark your interest within construction!
• 📖 Heathrow's Story: Get the lowdown on Heathrow's history, its present operations, and its exciting future vision, including diversity, inclusion, and tackling global challenges.
• 🏗️ The Construction Lifecycle: From landing a project to its final wrap-up, you'll experience the entire construction journey.
• 💰 Project Management & Quantity Surveying: Learn how projects stay on track and on budget, and get insights from a real Quantity Surveyor!
• 📈 Future-Ready Skills: Boost your employability with essential teamwork and leadership skills, plus get tips to polish your CV for a smooth career takeoff. 🚀

Key responsibilities

• Actively participate in project management simulations and activities.
• Conduct independent research into construction sector roles.
• Develop understanding of modern construction methods and sustainability practices.
• Engage with educational modules on the complete construction process.
• Cultivate essential employability skills, including teamwork and leadership.

Skills