Construction Site Management Trainee

Wates Group; Romford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Car allowance

Health & wellness programme

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Wates Group invites applications for a Site Management (Production) Trainee role. You will work on construction sites alongside experienced site managers, gaining hands-on experience in planning, delivery and coordination from start to finish.

The programme covers health and safety, quality, stakeholder coordination and cost awareness, with mentoring and access to industry qualifications. Travel across project sites is expected as required.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above by Sept 2027.
• Two A-Levels at grade D or above by Sept 2027.
• Location may require a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day management and coordination of construction activities on site.
• Help plan and monitor project programmes to meet schedule and budget.
• Support quality inspections and site checks to ensure standards.
• Develop relationships with clients, designers, consultants and teams.
• Contribute to site meetings and progress reporting.
• Gain exposure to digital tools used in project delivery.

Skills

Teamwork

Organised

Problem-solving

Adaptable

Ownership

Education

GCSE Maths & English C/4+

Two A-Levels (D or above)

Tools

Digital construction tools

Project coordination software

Job description

Wates Group invites applications for a Site Management (Production) Trainee role. You will work on construction sites alongside experienced site managers, gaining hands-on experience in planning, delivery and coordination from start to finish.

The programme covers health and safety, quality, stakeholder coordination and cost awareness, with mentoring and access to industry qualifications. Travel across project sites is expected as required.