Graduate
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Join AECOM as a Graduate Project Manager in Cumbria, starting June 2027 onwards.
- Support the management and delivery of complex nuclear projects, working with experienced teams.
- Gain valuable experience through the 2-year ADVANCE Graduate Development Programme.
- Requires a 2:1 Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or Project Management.
- Must have permanent right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not provided.
About the Role
AECOM is seeking a Graduate Project Manager to join their Nuclear Team in West Lakes, Cumbria. This role offers a start date from June 2027 onwards.
What You'll Do
As a Graduate Project Manager, you will be part of a diverse team supporting the management and delivery of projects within the nuclear sector. You will work closely with experienced Project Managers and Engineering Teams, assisting with client management, progress, commercial, and contractual responsibilities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting the delivery of small projects or workstreams within larger projects.
- Engaging with and managing client and internal stakeholders.
- Managing cost reporting, budgeting, and invoicing.
- Supporting the development and management of project plans.
- Preparing and presenting project reports for management.
- Supporting the preparation of tender responses.
Selected candidates will be enrolled in AECOM's 2-year Graduate Development Programme, ADVANCE, which includes instructor-led training, interactive activities, and online learning via AECOM University.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business and/or Project Management with a 2:1 (or equivalent).
- A Master’s degree in Engineering, Business and/or Project Management with a 2:1 (or equivalent) would be an advantage.
- Modules in Nuclear would be an advantage.
- Enthusiastic, hard-working, technically proficient, with ambition and drive.
- Good Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); MS Project or Primavera an advantage.
- Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the confidence to engage with various stakeholders.
- Ability to structure and prioritise work effectively.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Good analytical and numeracy skills.
- Problem-solving approach.
- Full UK driving license or equivalent would be an advantage.
- Ability to meet security clearance in the UK.
Benefits
- On-the-job support and learning from senior team members.
- 2-year Graduate Development Programme (ADVANCE).
- Flexible hybrid working model.
- Technical practice networks.
- AECOM University.
- Volunteering days.
Application Information
- Applications are reviewed on a rolling recruitment basis, so early application is encouraged.
- Please include a covering letter and provide all predicted and/or obtained academic grades.
- You must have permanent right to work in the UK as visa sponsorship is not offered.
- Offers of employment are subject to successful security clearance.
- All new employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding.
