Management Trainee

Kion Group AG

$68K — $100K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in construction project management or related roles
  • Strong communication skills for internal/external interactions
  • Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and construction management tools
  • Solid understanding of construction management processes and methodologies
  • Field leadership experience is strongly preferred
  • Prior military leadership experience is an asset

Responsibilities

  • Act as the main contact for the Installation Leadership team
  • Coordinate installation leadership meetings and manage logistics
  • Track and follow up on key action items
  • Support operational activities in installation and construction execution
  • Assist with the creation of leadership presentations and efficiency reports
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for installation efficiency
  • Engage in special projects related to construction management methodologies

Benefits

  • Structured 24-month development program for career progression
  • Hands-on experience with project execution and leadership
  • Opportunities to participate in innovative construction methods
  • Development of critical operational and managerial skills
  • Direct support to senior leadership facilitating professional networking
Full Job Description
The Management Trainee provides critical support to the VP, Installation, Business Solutions, Americas, and the Installation Leadership team, gaining hands-on experience in project execution and leadership. This role supports business reviews, coordinates meeting planning and logistics, and leads key administrative and operational activities for the leadership team (1 VP and multiple Directors). This is a structured 24 month development position built to prepare the trainee for progression into an Installation, Project, or line management role.

Tasks and Qualifications:

What you will do in this Role:

  • Serves as a key point of contact for the Installation Leadership team, supporting internal and external communications.
  • Coordinates and manages installation leadership meetings, including agenda development, progress reporting, schedule reviews, productivity tracking, and action item management.
  • Tracks and follows up on action items for the Installation Leadership and Management team.
  • Supports administrative and operational activities tied to installation and construction execution, including travel to job sites, coordination of field resources, and logistics planning.
  • Assists with the preparation of installation reviews, construction schedules, efficiency dashboards, and leadership presentations, using standardized reporting formats and tools.
  • Supports continuous improvement initiatives focused on installation efficiency, labor productivity, schedule compression, and best-practice construction methods.
  • Participates in special projects involving construction scheduling, installation systems, labor strategies, and deployment of pioneering construction management methods and tools (e.g., Advanced Work Packaging).


What we are looking for:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate field execution data into clear, leadership-ready insights.
  • Exceptional organizational and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, hands-on installation and construction environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), Microsoft Project, Smartsheet with a strong emphasis on schedule tracking, data analysis, and executive reporting.
  • Solid understanding of construction management processes, installation planning, and productivity improvement methodologies.


Experience Desired:

  • 2-3 years of experience in managing construction projects, coordinating tasks, installation, or related execution-focused roles.
  • Exposure to construction scheduling, site execution support, installation coordination, or field operations.
  • Experience using or supporting construction management systems, scheduling tools, or methods for tracking efficiency preferred.
  • Field experience as a Supervisor, Superintendent, Foreman, or other frontline field leadership role is strongly preferred.
  • Prior military experience with demonstrated leadership responsibility (including enlisted leadership roles) is considered a strong asset.


Education & Certifications
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical field.
  • Coursework or practical experience in construction planning, scheduling, labor efficiency, or lean construction methods is a plus.

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