Commercial Assistant Higher Apprenticeship 2026 - Cheshire

Commercial Assistant Higher Apprenticeship 2026 - Cheshire

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Assistant Apprentice to join our Area 10 account based in Cheshire.

Starting Salary: £24,548.00 per annum (subject to review)

Location: Preston Brook Depot, A56 Chester Road, Preston Brook, WA7 3AT

Working Hours: Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:00 (37.5 hours per week)

Start Date: September 2026

As part of your apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto the Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship, which will take approximately 39 months to complete. You will be fully supported by our partnered college, with access to 1‑2‑1 advice, e‑learning materials and a team of experts providing guidance and technical knowledge in your workplace.

Join our vibrant, inclusive community in Area 10, working on diverse projects that make a real positive impact across the UK.

Amey has been working in partnership with National Highways to provide maintenance and response services for more than 300 miles of strategic road network in the Northwest, connecting Manchester, Liverpool and surrounding areas.

Responsible for incident response, winter maintenance services and severe weather delivery, our teams support traffic management during incidents on some of the region’s busiest motorways: the M6, M56 and M62.

What you will do:

• Work as part of the Commercial team, supporting Commercial Assistants, Commercial Managers and Principal Commercial Managers.
• Accurately value works undertaken by operational teams, gathering and providing records to substantiate costs where necessary.
• Assist in the daily commercial and contractual aspects of contracts managed by the operational team (work includes drainage, soft estate, VRS barriers, sweeping and cleaning across planned and reactive programmes).
• Support financial monitoring and reporting of assigned projects and prepare associated financial statements.
• Assist the Commercial Manager to ensure effective administration of contract requirements.
• Gather and collate work records.
• Check all contract documents before work commences and advise the Commercial Manager of any abnormalities or peculiarities.
• Assist with subcontractor payment authorisation.
• Ensure prompt submission of invoices and applications for payment.

What you will bring:

• Five GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics, English and Science.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to meet DBS requirements.
• A keen interest in construction and infrastructure projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for developing your skills both professionally and personally.
• Enthusiasm to be part of a high‑performing team with a drive for success.

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be eligible for consideration, due to the nature of the work associated with this account.

Successful applicants will be required to undergo random drug and alcohol testing in line with safety requirements. Please upload your certificates, predicted grades or achieved qualifications as part of your application.

Why join Amey?

At Amey, we work on long-term, stable contracts, allowing you to plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People, underscoring our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation.

Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or bringing professional experience, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

• Remuneration: Competitive annual salary with potential yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: First-class mentoring and a structured learning and development programme to support your professional and personal development.
• Training Opportunities: Fully funded leadership programmes and comprehensive training tailored to your growth.
• Holidays: 24 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more.
• Pension: Generous scheme with additional contributions from Amey.
• Flexible Working: Hybrid, part‑time and flexible work patterns open for discussion to support work–life balance.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits such as insurance, Cycle2Work, and discounted gym membership.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access to an online portal with discounts from major retailers and healthcare providers.
• Giving Back: Two Social Impact Days each year for volunteering and fundraising.
• Family-Friendly Policies: Support for new parents and those with caring responsibilities.
• Affinity Networks: Join networks that connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey.

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey, we continuously evolve our ways of working to reflect the diverse needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at peopleservices@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support required during the recruitment process.

How to apply

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