Management Trainee
| Posting date: | 12 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive Salary |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | W Midlands, UK |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | LOVL199756 |
Summary
Permanent – Full Time – 40hours
We are seeking two (2) motivated and ambitious individuals to join our business as a Management Trainee, undertaking a structured 18 month development programme designed to progress you into a junior management role. Reporting to the Regional Social Value and Training Manager, you will complete rotational placements across key departments including Land & Pre Construction, Technical, Estimating, Buying, Site Operations and Quantity Surveying.
You will study towards a recognised construction related qualification through weekly day release at a local college or university, completing assignments and maintaining a detailed development log throughout each placement. You will also participate in management skills workshops to build strong people management capabilities.
We are looking for proactive, organised individuals who can work effectively with internal and external customers, embrace challenges and deliver high quality outcomes.
This is an excellent opportunity to begin a rewarding career with clear development and progression.
Benefits
Holidays - 26 days + ability to purchase additional holiday
Annual bonus linked to company performance
Private medical insurance
Life Assurance
Pension
Digital GP and Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Sharesave scheme
Access to our discount portal, LifeStyle Hub
As an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UK’s leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing development and regeneration projects.
We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths, skills and personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams.
The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovell a great place to work for all.
Please refer to the Job Description upon completing your application.
We are seeking two (2) motivated and ambitious individuals to join our business as a Management Trainee, undertaking a structured 18 month development programme designed to progress you into a junior management role. Reporting to the Regional Social Value and Training Manager, you will complete rotational placements across key departments including Land & Pre Construction, Technical, Estimating, Buying, Site Operations and Quantity Surveying.
You will study towards a recognised construction related qualification through weekly day release at a local college or university, completing assignments and maintaining a detailed development log throughout each placement. You will also participate in management skills workshops to build strong people management capabilities.
We are looking for proactive, organised individuals who can work effectively with internal and external customers, embrace challenges and deliver high quality outcomes.
This is an excellent opportunity to begin a rewarding career with clear development and progression.
Benefits
Holidays - 26 days + ability to purchase additional holiday
Annual bonus linked to company performance
Private medical insurance
Life Assurance
Pension
Digital GP and Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Sharesave scheme
Access to our discount portal, LifeStyle Hub
As an Investors in People Gold award employer, Lovell is the UK’s leading provider of mixed tenure affordable homes and has a reputation for innovation and excellence in the delivery of high-quality housing development and regeneration projects.
We are committed to enhancing the communities in which we work, building quality homes for real people and looking after our own people; developing talent is key to achieving this. We understand that the success of our organisation comes from the strengths, skills and personalities of our people. Lovell is an equal opportunities employer who encourage and value diversity and inclusion within our teams.
The Lovell culture is one that has been successful for many years. It is based on empowering colleagues to make decisions at a regional and local level, and to challenge the status quo whilst working as one to achieve our goals and make Lovell a great place to work for all.
Please refer to the Job Description upon completing your application.