Site Management Apprentice Trainee (site-based)

Wates Group; Greater London; In loco; GBP 26.000 - 38.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Car allowance

Health & wellness programme

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Birthday Day off

Descrizione del lavoro

Wates Group is offering a Site Management (Production) Trainee opportunity in the UK. You will work on construction projects, gaining hands‑on experience under site managers and project teams across various sites.

You will develop understanding of site operations, health and safety, planning, quality management and stakeholder coordination, with access to mentoring and structured training as part of a construction apprenticeship pathway.

Competenze

• Be passionate about building a career in the built environment.
• Be curious, eager to learn and committed to personal development.
• Be organised, adaptable and able to prioritise effectively.
• For some locations, a full UK driving licence may be required.

Mansioni

• Support day‑to‑day management and coordination of construction activities on site.
• Promote and uphold health, safety, wellbeing and environmental sustainability standards.
• Work with subcontractors and supply chain partners to meet project requirements safely and efficiently.
• Develop relationships with clients, designers and project teams to aid delivery.
• Assist with planning and monitoring project programmes to deliver on time and within budget.
• Support site meetings, progress reporting and project coordination activities.
• Gain knowledge of digital construction tools and technologies used in delivery.

Conoscenze

Curiosity to learn

Organised and adaptable

Teamwork and collaboration

Commitment to Health & Safety

Formazione

GCSE Math and English (Grade 4/C or above)

Two A-Levels (Grade D or above)

Strumenti

Digital construction tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About the opportunity

As a Site Management (Production) Trainee, you will play an important role in the successful delivery of construction projects, helping to ensure work is completed safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Based on site and working alongside experienced site managers and project teams, you will gain hands‑on experience of how construction projects are planned, coordinated and delivered from start to finish.

Throughout the programme, you will develop an understanding of site operations, health and safety, project planning, quality management and stakeholder coordination. You will work closely with subcontractors, supply chain partners, commercial teams and clients, building the technical knowledge and leadership skills required for a successful career in construction management.

What you will do

Over the course of the programme, you will:

• Support the day-to-day management and coordination of construction activities on site.

• Promote and uphold Wates' commitment to the highest standards of health, safety, wellbeing and environmental sustainability.

• Work closely with subcontractors and supply chain partners to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and in line with project requirements.

• Develop strong working relationships with clients, designers, consultants and colleagues across the project team.

• Assist with planning and monitoring project programmes, helping to ensure works are delivered on schedule and within budget.

• Support quality inspections and site checks to ensure works meet required specifications and standards.

• Gain an understanding of construction methods, technical processes and the sequencing of works across different stages of a project.

• Work alongside commercial teams and surveyors to understand how project costs are managed and controlled.

• Contribute to site meetings, progress reporting and project coordination activities.

• Develop knowledge of digital construction tools, software and emerging technologies used to improve project delivery.

• Build the leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills needed to effectively manage teams and construction activities on site.

• Gain the relevant technical and behavioural knowledge for your role, through the completion of a technical manual, behavioural workshops, short‑term placements and relevant qualifications.

About you

To be successful, you'll:

• Be passionate about building a career in the built environment.

• Be curious, eager to learn and committed to your personal development.

• Build positive relationships and work collaboratively with others.

• Take ownership of your work and act with integrity and professionalism.

• Approach challenges with a positive, solution‑focused mindset.

• Be organised, adaptable and able to prioritise effectively.

• Be committed to delivering high standards and making a positive impact.

What's in it for you?

At Wates, we're committed to helping you build a successful career in construction. Alongside hands‑on experience in your chosen career pathway, you'll be enrolled onto a construction apprenticeship aligned to your programme, giving you the opportunity to gain an industry‑recognised qualification while developing practical skills on real projects.

You'll also benefit from mentoring, structured training, behavioural workshops and support from experienced professionals throughout your programme. We encourage and support our trainees to continue their professional development through industry‑recognised qualifications and, where applicable, work towards chartership.

In addition, we offer:

• Competitive salary

• Private medical insurance

• Car allowance

• Health & wellness programme

• 26 days holiday + bank holidays

• Birthday Day off

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for this programme, you must:

• By September 2027, you must have achieved Grade 4/C or above in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).

• By September 2027, you must have achieved two A‑Levels at Grade D or above (or equivalent).

• For some locations, a full UK driving licence is required. Please refer to the location requirements below for further details.

Locations

• Bedford - driving license required
• London and Romford: driving license is not required

Please note that the location listed in this advert reflects your initial placement and may change throughout the programme depending on project and business requirements.

Important: Travel Requirements

As a project‑based business, our teams work across a variety of locations. Depending on the role, you may be required to work from different project sites within the region or nationally throughout the programme.

Please carefully consider this requirement before applying, as travel and mobility are essential parts of the role. Successful candidates must be willing to travel in line with project and business need.

Ready to apply?

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you!

Applications close on 10 November 2026.

A few things to consider before you apply

• Some vacancies might close earlier if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible

• We value authenticity and encourage you to complete your application without the use of AI tools. This helps us gain a genuine understanding of your individual strengths, experiences and potential.

• Only one application will be accepted per recruitment year. Any additional applications will be automatically withdrawn.

About Wates

Established in 1897, we are one of the UK's leading family‑owned development, building and property maintenance companies. With 6,000 employees and now in our fourth generation of family ownership, we're committed to the long‑term sustainability of the built environment and to making our industry more inclusive and representative of the communities we work in.

With multiple businesses working across the built environment, we can offer a wide range of career opportunities.

As part of our trainee programme, you'll join a network of around 200 peers, learning and working together as you build connections and develop your career at Wates.

Our commitments

Wates is proud to be an employer where everyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, we will be happy to support you. To discuss your requirements, please contact us at [e-mail].

Please note that some roles may require additional pre‑employment checks due to the nature of the work