In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week 2025, we’re shining a light on the essential role that our apprentices play within the construction industry. As one of the most evolving sectors, construction offers a wealth of opportunities for those eager to learn and build a lasting career. Apprenticeships within construction not only provide practical, in-the-field experience but also equip individuals with the skills necessary to thrive in an ever-changing landscape.

Behind the scenes of every towering skyscraper, sturdy bridge, and industrial facility are the skilled hands and minds of steel fabricators. Apprentices with Langtons are given a unique opportunity to gain vital hands-on experience and develop technical skills all while under the knowledgeable eye of experienced professionals in the industry.

In addition to our hands-on trade apprentices, our quantity surveying apprenticeship plays a crucial role in teaching students the essential skills of managing numbers and logistical planning within the fast-paced, real-time environment of the business.

We’re sharing an insight into what inspired our current Apprentices to take the path they have, and how their journey has been so far.

Charlie Parry: 1st Year Fabricator

1. What inspired you to start a construction apprenticeship?

‘I wanted to learn how to become a welder and all the skills that come with it.’

2. Why did you choose to do an Apprenticeship with Langtons?

‘My dad is a Plumber for Tom Willoughby, a sister company to Langtons, which is what made me want to take the apprenticeship as I knew they would be a good company to work for.’

3. What’s been your favourite part of your Apprenticeship so far?

‘Welding my first compactor on my own.’

4. What’s one area of construction you’d like to specialise in?

‘Welding and fabricating.’

George Nicholson: 2nd Year Quantity Surveyor

1. What inspired you to start a construction apprenticeship?

‘I had always had an interest in construction, and when the chance came to be able to earn money whilst learning and obtaining a degree, I knew it was an opportunity I’d gain a lot from.’

2. Why did you choose to do an Apprenticeship with Langtons?

‘I chose to come to Langtons as when I came to the interview I found their work interesting. I also got on well with the team so I thought it would be a good fit for me.’

3. What’s been your favourite part of your Apprenticeship so far?

‘Seeing the completed results of the projects I’ve contributed towards.’

4. What’s one area of construction you’d like to specialise in?

‘I’d like to expand my knowledge into working on bigger steel frame projects and help with the running of said projects.’