Graduate Project Manager (London, Birmingham, Leeds or Manchester)
14 days ago
Leeds
Graduate Project Manager (London, Birmingham, Leeds or Manchester) Join the Jacobs Graduate Development Programme (GDP) and have a meaningful, positive impact on our environments, communities and societies. Bring your passion, your ingenuity and your vision. Let's see the impact we can create, together. What will you get? Our Graduate Development Programme is a structured two-year scheme designed to support your development at the start of your Jacobs career journey. Through a combination of blended learning, mentoring, progress reviews and networking, you will establish yourself as knowledgeable and competent across four key focus areas; human skills, consulting skills, champion our strategy and your passions. The Graduate Development Programme allows you to customise your learning journey to reflect your specific interests, career goals, and technical skillset - creating a graduate experience that is unique to you. The GDP is an experience programme, meaning that a large portion of what you'll learn will be on-the-job. You'll work with your manager and mentor to collect the learning experiences that will be most meaningful for you. The programme is more than just a steppingstone. It's a launchpad for your career, offering you the tools, experiences and support you need. Join us and unlock your potential as you work on meaningful projects and collaborate with industry leaders to deliver outcomes and solutions for complex challenges. About the opportunity At Jacobs, we're committed to helping you build a career, not just a job. As part of our Programme & Advisory team, you'll join a community of passionate professionals delivering some of the UK's most iconic infrastructure projects - from HS2 and Thames Tideway to the Palace of Westminster Restoration and Lower Thames Crossing. We're looking for enthusiastic and motivated Graduate Project Managers to join our high-performing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to kick-start your career in project management, working alongside industry-leading experts on major programmes across transportation, water, energy, defence, healthcare, and the built environment. What you'll be doing: As a Graduate Project Manager, you'll be supported to learn and grow while contributing to real projects from day one. You'll: • Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to support project delivery., • Assist in planning, monitoring, and reporting on project progress., • Help identify and manage risks and issues., • Support stakeholder engagement and communication activities., • Contribute to the development of project documentation and presentations., • Learn and apply project management tools and techniques., • Participate in continuous improvement and innovation initiatives. * Be working towards a relevant Degree or Master's level qualification in Project Management, Construction Management, Civil/Structural Engineering, Architectural, Building Services or related degrees, • A flexible self-starter who is keen to drive your career forward, • Adaptable to change, with a thirst for learning new things, • You must have the permanent right to work in the UK Selection Process • Step 1: Apply Online, • Step 2:Solo Video Assessment, • Step 3: Interview Apply before 19 October 2025 for your application to be considered in the first assessment window. You can still apply after this date if the role remains open to applications. However, you do so with the knowledge that we may not proceed with your application if the role is filled in the first assessment window. What else we provide • A flexible workstyle, embracing a hybrid working pattern and supporting those who need to balance work/life commitments a bit differently than others, • Free single medical cover and digital GP service, • Reimbursement towards relevant professional development and memberships, • A focus on safety, health, and wellbeing, prioritising our people through a culture of caring and positive mental health champion network, • Opportunities to give back to our communities through our Collectively program, incorporating matched-funding, paid volunteering time and charitable donations. We want you to bring your whole, authentic self to Jacobs. #EarlyCareersUK #GraduateUK #GraduateJob2026 #GraduateCareersUK #GraduaterecruitmentUK #GraduateJobsUK #GraduateopportunitiesUK London|Greater London|United Kingdom Manchester|Greater Manchester|United Kingdom Birmingham|West Midlands|United Kingdom Leeds|West Yorkshire|United Kingdom London|Greater London|United Kingdom Project Management Advanced Manufacturing