Management Trainee Commercial Team

Job description

If University isn't for you, but you're ambitious, driven, and ready to build a successful career, Dandara could be the perfect place to start.

We're looking for a motivated school or college leaver to join our Commercial Team in Milton Keynes as a Management Trainee. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn while you learn, gain real industry experience, and develop a long-term career in the fast-moving world of housebuilding.

From day one, you'll work alongside experienced professionals and gain hands‐on exposure to:

Procurement and buying

Cost management and budgeting

Working with subcontractors and suppliers

Financial reporting and commercial processes

The full housebuilding and construction journey

What You'll Be Doing
As a Management Trainee within the Commercial Team, you will:

Support the Commercial Team with day‐to‐day project and administrative activities

Gain exposure to estimating, procurement, surveying, and cost control processes

Assist with subcontractor and supplier coordination

Learn how commercial decisions impact the delivery of housing developments

Carry out assigned tasks and project work accurately and to agreed deadlines

Contribute ideas and participate actively in meetings, training sessions, and development activities

Build positive working relationships with colleagues across departments

Take ownership of your learning and professional developmentFully engage with training and apprenticeship requirements throughout the programme

What We're Looking For
We're looking for ambitious, driven individuals who are eager to learn, proactive in their approach, and keen to develop a successful career within the commercial side of housebuilding.

Essential Requirements

GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above

Completed or predicted completion of a Level 3 qualification (A Levels, T Level, or equivalent)

Right to work in the UK

Ability to travel between sites and offices when required

Key Skills & Qualities

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

Strong communication skills and confidence working with others

Enthusiasm, curiosity, and a genuine willingness to learn

Logical thinking and problem‐solving ability

A proactive attitude with the confidence to take initiative

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

Motivation to build a long‐term career within Dandara

Why Join Dandara?
At Dandara, We're Committed To Developing Future Talent And Providing Clear Pathways For Career Progression. As Part Of Our Commercial Team, You'll Benefit From

Structured training and development

Hands‐on experience within a leading housebuilder

Mentoring and support from experienced professionals

Exposure to live residential developments

Long‐term career opportunities within the business

A supportive and collaborative working environment

If you're ready to start your career and develop your future in commercial housebuilding, we'd love to hear from you.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Milton Keynes

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-07-2026

Profession type

Management

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English