Pre Construction Graduate Management Trainee (office-based)

Gain valuable experience in the early stages of the project lifecycle, supporting teams responsible for securing new business and preparing projects for delivery. You will develop an understanding of how projects are planned, costed, and bid for, while building knowledge of the wider construction industry.

Work with a range of teams across the business, including Estimating, Commercial, Design, Operations and Social Value, to coordinate information and contribute to high-quality bid submissions. Learn how to understand client requirements, develop bid strategies, and support the production of compelling proposals.

What You Will Do

• Support the Pre-Construction team in preparing bids, proposals and tender submissions for new project opportunities.
• Assist in identifying client requirements, priorities and challenges to help develop effective bid strategies and solutions.
• Produce customer-focused content for bid submissions, tailoring responses to meet specific client and opportunity needs.
• Help coordinate input from teams across the business to ensure bid submissions are accurate, compliant and submitted on time.
• Create and maintain responsibility matrices, action trackers and programme schedules to support the effective management of bid activities.
• Maintain document control systems, ensuring case studies, project information, evidence and supporting documentation are up to date and readily available.
• Support information gathering, research and content development for submissions, presentations and client meetings.
• Develop an understanding of the project lifecycle, from opportunity identification and tendering through to project delivery.
• Build relationships with colleagues and stakeholders across the business to broaden your knowledge and understanding of different functions and their role in securing and delivering successful projects.
• Continuously develop your understanding of the industry, market trends and customer priorities to support the creation of high-quality bid submissions.
• Gain the relevant technical and behavioural knowledge for your role, through the completion of a technical manual, behavioural workshops, short-term placements and relevant qualifications.

About You

• Passionate about building a career in the built environment.
• Curious, eager to learn and committed to your personal development.
• Build positive relationships and work collaboratively with others.
• Take ownership of your work and act with integrity and professionalism.
• Approach challenges with a positive, solution-focused mindset.
• Organised, adaptable and able to prioritise effectively.
• Committed to delivering high standards and making a positive impact.

What's In It For You?

• Graduates who do not hold a degree in a construction-related subject will be enrolled onto a relevant Level 4 apprenticeship.
• Mentoring, structured training, behavioural workshops and support from experienced professionals.
• Support to continue professional development through industry-recognised qualifications and work towards chartership.
• Competitive salary
• Private medical insurance
• Car allowance
• Health & wellness programme
• 26 days holiday + bank holidays
• Birthday Day off

Entry Requirements

• By September 2027, you must have obtained a bachelor's degree with a predicted or achieved classification of 2:2 or above.
• A full UK driving licence is required.

Important: Travel Requirements

• As a project-based business, teams work across a variety of locations. Depending on the role, you may be required to work from different project sites within the region or nationally throughout the programme.
• Travel and mobility are essential parts of the role. Successful candidates must be willing to travel in line with project and business need.