Join our sought-after Planning Management Trainee Programme, where you’ll be given the fantastic opportunity to be part of both preconstruction and construction project teams as they develop construction plans and programmes across a wide range of construction projects including leisure centres, schools, high rise developments, prisons, hospitals, offices and more.
Using the knowledge and skills you’ve learnt on the programme, you’ll:
- Utilise the very latest specialist software to develop programmes and schedules required for large scale construction projects.
- Support the Planning function to ensure each programme is executed to the highest standard.
- Become familiar with the planning process and best practice guidance.
- Monitor and report of project lifecycle including key milestones and risk management.
- Actively build strong working relationships with the team, clients, subcontractors and peers.
- Gain first hand insight through site visits to understand building services installations and output levels.
About you
To be successful on the programme you’ll:
- Be passionate about a career in the built environment.
- Be excited to learn and develop new skills.
- Have a curious nature.
- Be reliable and professional.
- A problem solver with the ability to think logically.
- Possess good time management skills.
- Prioritise your work to meet agreed deadlines.
Eligibility
To join our Trainee Management Programme via the Graduate route, you’ll have obtained or be working towards a 2:2 degree in a Cognate degree subject and a full UK driving license is also required. For this position, you will be based from a specific location but our projects are spread across Reading and Newbury, so you will regularly be required to travel between projects in these areas.
What's in it for you?
Our Trainee Programme offers placement opportunities across various departments, technical and behavioural development, including support through relevant qualifications and a host of additional benefits. We provide the foundation skills, knowledge and experience you’ll need to build a long-term, successful career.
In addition, we offer
- Mentoring, support, and training by industry experts
- Structured learning plan (a combination of technical and behavioural development)
- Competitive salary
- Private medical insurance
- Car allowance / company car scheme
- Health & wellness programme
- 26 days holiday + bank holidays
About Wates
Wates is the UK’s leading family-owned development, building and property maintenance company. Founded in 1897, we’re experts when it comes to the built environment.
Today, we deliver complex projects in several sectors. For example, education, healthcare, residential. commercial, and emergency services. We employ over 4,500 employees who work with a range of clients and partners from across the public and private sectors.
Our divisions include Wates Construction, Wates Developments, Wates Property Services and Wates Residential. We also have specialist engineering and offsite manufacturing, and flexible workspaces businesses. As part of our Trainee Management Programme, you will be working for any one of these exciting divisions.
As one Wates, we work together to build a better tomorrow. We want to create a future where people, places, and our planet can thrive.
We have nearly 200 talented Trainees currently completing our Trainee Management Programme, providing amazing opportunities to build a network, collaborate and share learning with your peers. Kickstart your journey and apply now!
