Graduate
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Work on diverse construction and infrastructure projects as a Graduate Project Manager.
- Gain support for Chartership and access to a comprehensive training programme.
- Requires a Bachelor's degree (min 2:1) in a relevant field such as Project Management, Construction Management, or Civil Engineering.
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis; apply early.
- Visa sponsorship is not offered.
About the Role
AECOM is seeking Graduate Project Managers to join their Project Management Teams across the UK & Ireland.
What You'll Do
As a Graduate Project Manager, you will work on exciting projects across various sectors including education, healthcare, sports facilities, residential, and transport for public and private sector clients. You will assist the Project Management team in driving projects forward from initial concept through to construction and operation, acting as a key interface between clients, design teams, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders.
Key responsibilities include:
- Liaising with relevant parties
- Procurement
- Assisting Senior/Associate Project Managers
- Contract administration
- Data management
- Coordinating the project team
- Planning key tasks
- Reporting on progress and cost
- Site visits and meetings
Benefits
- National chartership support network with dedicated coordinators and mentors.
- Early Careers Training Programme (ADVANCE) focusing on EDI, social value, wellbeing, career development, professional skills, brand awareness, and AECOM processes.
- Preparation for Chartership assessment with presentation skills and case study training days.
- Access to AECOM University for self-directed learning.
- Monthly CPD programme.
- Residential training at Aston Conference Centre to build technical and interpersonal skills.
- Flexible hybrid working model.
- Access to industry-leading technology and thinking.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (minimum 2:1 or equivalent) in Project Management, Construction Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or Civil Engineering is essential.
- A Master’s degree in project management or construction management and relevant work experience would be an advantage.
- RICS accreditation is preferred.
- Strong communication, decision-making, and organisational skills.
- Proactive and driven approach.
- Ability to work effectively in a diverse team.
- Commitment to meeting deadlines.
Application Information
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so apply as early as possible.
- Include a covering letter and all predicted and/or obtained academic grades.
- You must have permanent right to work in the UK &/or Ireland as visa sponsorship is not offered.
- Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office is required.