Apprentice Commercial Management Trainee

Wates Smartspace

The Role

Overview

Learn commercial management in construction, handling cost, risk and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  • commercial reporting
  • financial analysis
  • forecasting
  • risk assessment
  • cash flow
  • stakeholder management

Tasks

-Manage, produce and analyse commercial reports, and documentation, relating to the financial status of projects. -Safeguard the financial and contractual position of the company, understanding the progress of works and legal obligations. -Develop your understanding in forecasting, risk assessment and cash flow. -Build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including our customers and supply chain. -Prioritise your work to meet agreed deadlines.

Requirements

  • level 4
  • nvq
  • a-levels
  • gcse maths
  • driving licence
  • problem solving

What You Bring

-Completion of a construction related Level 4 qualification. -Be reliable and professional. -Level 3 NVQ. -You must have obtained or be working towards a minimum of 2 A-Levels at grade D or above, or an equivalent qualification, such as: -You must have achieved grade 4/C or above in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) and, -Possess good time management skills. -A driving licence is not required to apply for the Northampton role. However, as the role involves considerable travel, the successful candidate should be able to obtain a driving license during the programme. -A full UK driving licence is required for Guildford -Or other comparable Level 3 qualifications. -Be a problem solver with the ability to think logically. -Full UK driving licence – location specific (details below);

Benefits

-Car allowance / company car scheme. -Thriving people – creating opportunities and relationships so that everyone who works for and with us feels included, invested in and treated with care. -Thriving places – working with customers, partners and communities to create places that are more sustainable, inclusive, and full of opportunity. -Mentoring, support, and training by industry experts. -Competitive salary. -Structured learning plan (a combination of technical and behavioural development). -Private medical insurance. -Health & wellness programme. -Thriving planet – protecting nature and taking action on climate change by collaborating and innovating with our partners. -26 days holiday + bank holidays.

The Company

About Wates Smartspace

-Excels in delivering high-quality fit-out and refurbishment solutions for a wide range of sectors. -Has a long history of successful projects across commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments. -Specialises in transforming spaces to meet the evolving needs of businesses, organisations, and communities. -Known for delivering innovative solutions that enhance the functionality and aesthetics of client spaces. -Projects range from office spaces and retail fit-outs to complex refurbishments of residential buildings. -Committed to delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. -Has built a strong reputation for creating adaptable spaces that are both functional and future-ready.

Sector Specialisms

Commercial

Public sector

Education

Healthcare

Residential

Office fit-out

Refurbishment

Facilities Management Services

Construction

Engineering

House Builder Joint Ventures

Residential Partnerships

Retail

Government

Sustainable Technology Services