Blueprint’s Project Controls Academy

At Blueprint, we recognise that investing in your team is crucial, and we are committed to shaping the next generation of project controls consultants and project managers. We have two strands of the Blueprint Academy:

The Blueprint Graduate Scheme is a purpose-built pathway designed for graduates wishing to start a career in Project Controls or for those wishing to change careers and apply core skills to a new role.
Accredited Project Controls short courses to help upskill anyone interested in Project Controls. Our Training Courses are designed by industry experts to train and inspire your team. They have been carefully curated so you’ll gain hands-on experience and learning from our in-house team of ECITB-Accredited Trainers.

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The Blueprint Academy offering

Blueprint Graduate Scheme

✓ 18-month graduate scheme with built-in client placements.
✓ In-person training to learn from our expert trainers, who are actively working on major schemes.
✓ Starting salary of £30,000, rising to £40,000 upon completion.
✓ Full access to our ECITB-accredited courses and much more training.

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Accredited Project Controls Training

✓ Our newly developed ECITB-accredited courses are live for group bookings.
✓ In-person training at our dedicated facility in Stonehouse, Gloucester.
✓ 16 modules covering the foundations of Project Controls, led by expert trainers with decades of experience.
✓ Grant funding is available for ECITB companies.
✓ Speak to us about bespoke training for your team.

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What our current and previous graduates think

"The Blueprint Academy has been a brilliant start to my career in project controls. I’ve combined taught theory with hands-on experience, rotating onto client commissions where I’ve applied what I’ve learnt to real projects. It has built my confidence and given me a solid grounding in core controls disciplines. Being surrounded by specialists while completing my modules has been very important for my development and has allowed me to produce my best work. I’ve never felt treated like a graduate, but like a valued member of the team!"

-Aadi Santilal
"My time in the Blueprint Academy has been a valuable journey of learning, personal development and growth. It has helped me build my confidence, develop new skills and gain a great perspective on different approaches to projects that I can carry forward into my career. I’m grateful for the experience, the expertise from each of the discipline leads and the opportunities that have become available to me as I continue growing professionally down my chosen path."

-Sam Baker
“The Blueprint Academy strikes the perfect balance between taught theory and real-world experience to give a hands-on approach to project controls. I always wanted to feel fulfilled in a career, and being part of Blueprint gives you exposure to the UK's largest projects so that you can make a tangible difference.”

– Lewis McQueer
“Having completed the Blueprint Academy, I would recommend it to any Graduate. The access to experienced and helpful staff is incredible and has helped me to consult effectively across a variety of large infrastructure projects.”

– Arthur Redwood
“Being a part of the Blueprint Academy has been in both parts intellectually stimulating and personally enriching. I have learnt key skills and practices from industry experts, in an atmosphere that emphasises enjoyment and development. Throughout my learning, I have never felt treated like a Graduate, but rather as a valued member of the team.”

– Finn Tyndall

The Blueprint Way

At the Blueprint Academy, we believe in doing things differently, just as our founder Simon Kirkbride envisioned for Blueprint Project Solutions. Here's the essence of our approach, defined as the 'Blueprint Way of Learning':

ENGAGEMENT

Just as active participation has been central to Blueprint's success, it remains paramount to effective learning. Being present, involved, and invested makes all the difference.
OWNERSHIP

Your learning journey is uniquely yours. At the Blueprint Academy, you're in the driver's seat, navigating your path.
QUESTION & LEARN

Embodying the curiosity that has fueled our growth, we encourage you to ask, seek, and discover. Every query brings clarity, and every answer adds a layer to your understanding.
MISTAKES ARE WELCOME

In line with the Blueprint values, we see errors not as setbacks but as opportunities for growth. It's through these experiences that we truly evolve.
FEEDBACK INTEGRATION

Just as we've always valued honest communication, we believe in harnessing feedback for tangible improvement. It's not just about receiving; it's about integrating and evolving.
COLLABORATION

The strength of Blueprint has always been its people and network. We urge you to tap into this rich vein, leveraging diverse perspectives and insights to enrich your learning.

The core pillars of the Blueprint Academy

Every educational institution has its foundation, and at the Blueprint Academy, ours is built on four pillars. These pillars not only define our ethos but also guide our unique approach to learning, ensuring that every participant emerges as a well-rounded project controls expert.

The Blueprint Academy immerses students in real-world complexities, emphasising practical relevance and holistic understanding. Here, learning goes beyond theory, seamlessly integrating carefully designed hands-on exercises to bridge knowledge with practical application.
At the Blueprint Academy, we encourage peer-to-peer learning. You often find yourself sitting next to industry experts in the office and our culture encourages a nurturing environment meaning there are always experts on hand to answer your questions.
The Blueprint Academy opens its doors wide to a diverse range of talent—from graduates starting out on their career journey through to seasoned professionals armed with a plethora of transferable skills. Our environment is one of inclusivity.
We're incredibly proud of the Blueprint Academy purpose built to bridge the skills gap in project controls. This is not a reaction to challenge; we've positioned ourselves as leaders, believing that nurturing and training the next generation of Project Controls experts is the 'right' thing to do .