Sir Robert McAlpine
Workforce development
Sir Robert McAlpine is collaborating with Teesside University on Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeships. Their employees attend university part-time while applying their learning at work, resulting in a highly skilled workforce and accelerated employee development.
Challenge
Sir Robert McAlpine, a leading construction and civil engineering company, faced the challenge of upskilling its workforce and accelerating employee development to maintain its status as a top employer. They needed a programme that allowed employees to gain advanced qualifications while continuing to contribute effectively to ongoing projects.
Solution
To address this challenge, Sir Robert McAlpine partnered with Teesside University to enrol employees in Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeships. This programme enabled employees to attend university one day a week and apply their learning in the workplace. Teesside University’s employer-centred approach ensured continuous feedback and improvements, fostering a strong collaboration.
Impact
The apprenticeship programme has delivered significant benefits to Sir Robert McAlpine. It has upskilled the workforce, accelerated employee development, and enhanced the company’s reputation as a top employer. Employees like Andrew Smales have become well-rounded professionals, contributing more effectively to projects and opening new career pathways within the company. The collaboration with Teesside University has proven to be a strategic investment in the company’s future.
