Commercial Assistant (Trainee / Entry-Level)
Bristol & Newport | Full-Time | Ideal for School/College Leavers
Start your career in construction with Bell – learn, develop, and grow.
Are you a school or college leaver with an interest in quantity surveying, construction, or commercial management? Do you want a role where you can gain real experience, learn from industry professionals, and build a long-term career?
Bell is offering an exciting opportunity to join our Commercial Team as a Commercial Assistant. This is a fantastic entry-level role for someone eager to learn how construction projects are costed, managed, and delivered behind the scenes.
The Opportunity
As a Commercial Assistant, you’ll work closely with experienced Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers, supporting live construction projects across Bristol and Newport. This role is designed to help you develop practical commercial and financial skills while gaining hands-on experience in the construction industry.
You’ll be supported, trained, and encouraged to progress – making this an ideal first step into a commercial or quantity surveying career.
What You’ll Be Learning & Doing
With guidance from the team, you’ll help with:
- Preparing valuations, cost reports, and basic financial statements
- Assisting with bid and tender submissions
- Keeping records of subcontractor payments, variations, and client instructions
- Creating purchase orders and supporting procurement activities
- Managing project filing systems (digital and paper-based)
- Monitoring costs and learning how budgets are controlled
- Liaising with site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors
- Supporting invoice tracking and payment processes
- Learning construction contracts and commercial procedures
No previous experience is required – we’ll train you.
Who This Role Is Perfect For
We’re looking for someone who is:
- Leaving school or college and interested in quantity surveying or construction
- Keen to learn, organised, and detail-focused
- Confident with numbers and basic IT (Excel and Word)
- Professional, reliable, and willing to ask questions
- Able to manage tasks and deadlines with support
Essential Requirements
- GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade C/4 or above)
- Your own car and willingness to travel between Newport and Bristol (travel fully reimbursed)
- A genuine interest in construction and the commercial side of projects
Desirable (but not essential):
- Business, construction, or finance-related college qualification (e.g. BTEC, NVQ, or HNC)
Why Start Your Career with Bell?
At Bell, we’re committed to developing future talent. You’ll benefit from:
- A supportive team that enjoys mentoring and teaching
- Clear opportunities for progression into Quantity Surveying or Commercial roles
- Real experience on live construction projects
- A professional, friendly, and structured working environment
- A role with purpose, responsibility, and long-term career potential
Ready to build your future, not just buildings?
Apply now and start your commercial career journey with Bell.
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £25,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Application question(s):
- Do you have your own vehicle and are willing to travel between our Newport and Bristol offices (fully reimbursed)?
Experience:
- busy office administration : 1 year (preferred)
- financial : 1 year (preferred)
- construction: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- NVQ Level 2 Business Admin (preferred)
Work Location: In person
