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    4. Graduate Project Manager 2025
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    Due to continued growth, we are seeking a Graduate Project Manager to join our Project Management team in Manchester. The role will involve assisting the senior project managers in the team deliver a broad range of construction projects across the northwest. Projects we currently are working on include new-build industrial units, residential façade remediation projects, landlord office refurbishments and new-build life science buildings to name but a few.

    Responsibilities

    • Support project managers in the delivery of projects ranging from £30k to £30m+
    • Manage effectively the information exchange between project team members
    • Assist with the delivery of projects of all sizes, with a view to taking ownership of smaller projects within 12 months.
    • Attend site visits and meetings
    • Assists with the drafting of key project documents
    • Able to act autonomously within given constraints and seek approval from experienced staff when needed.
    • Assist in presenting the projects status
    • Maintains awareness of current and evolving issues in the sector
    • Provide concise and accurate reports, covering technical aspects of project delivery
    • Assist in the bid process
    • Meet target KPIs on work in progress (WIP) management including hours into work in progress (HIW).
    • Business Development and Client Care awareness.
    • Adherence to Health & Safety procedures.
    • Responsibility for own continuous professional learning.
    • Respect Company Values.

    Requirements

    • Degree or MSc in Project Management, ideally related to the built environment or some work experience in a contractor or consultancy. RICS or CIOB accredited degrees preferable.
    • Good working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite
    • Willingness to learn from others and seek advice where required
    • Clean driving license
    • Required to have the ability to work within a team and using own initiative
    • Must be enthusiastic proactive and self-motivated
    • Must have strong verbal and numerical skills and good written skills
    • Requires excellent time management and general organisation skills
    • Is required to be flexible and have the ability to work under pressure
    • Have a can-do attitude
    • Is passionate about going the extra mile to exceed client expectations