Graduate Business Manager

Develops business management skills through rotations across Site Support Services, supporting operational efficiency, commercial performance, health and safety, customer experience and business improvement.

About the role

We are Balfour Beatty. You may not know us by name, but you’ll recognise what we do. We’re a leading international infrastructure group, building, maintaining and improving infrastructure that supports communities for generations to come.

As a Graduate Business Manager, you'll join our 2027 Early Careers programme and gain hands-on experience while contributing to some of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. From day one, you'll take on real responsibility, develop technical and professional skills, and work alongside experienced colleagues who will support your growth. You'll also be part of a supportive graduate community, building the skills, experience and industry-recognised accreditations needed for a successful career.

In this role, you’ll join one of our Balfour Beatty Asset & Technology Solutions teams as a Graduate Business Manager, based in Derby. 

Develop the skills and experience for a future career in business management through four six-month rotations, gaining broad exposure to different areas of Site Support Services.

What you'll be doing

As a Graduate Business Manager, you’ll combine structured learning with meaningful responsibility, working collaboratively across your placements while developing the commercial, operational and leadership skills needed for a future career in business management.

You’ll support with:

• Promoting and improving Health, Safety & Wellbeing, helping create a safe and positive working environment.

• Supporting operational efficiency and quality, taking ownership of agreed tasks and projects and identifying opportunities to improve how we work.

• Contributing to commercial and business performance, developing your understanding of how effective business decisions support successful outcomes.

• Improving the customer and stakeholder experience, while contributing to our growing digital and innovation agenda and applying new ideas to real business challenges.

Who we're looking for

We value your potential over past experience and are looking for graduates with a degree in Business Management or relevant degree and a genuine interest in our industry. To be eligible, you’ll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 honours degree by the time you start.

We’d love to receive your application if you:

• Are curious, proactive and motivated to develop professionally.
• Enjoy solving problems and finding practical solutions.
• Work well with others and build positive relationships.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with different people.
• Take ownership, adapt to challenges and are committed to achieving results.

Why work for us as a Graduate

• Work on high-profile projects that make a real difference, while building your career with one of the UK’s leading infrastructure groups.
• Be part of a supportive early careers network, with structured training and with structured training and coaching from experienced industry professionals.
• Take part in unique development experiences, including residential trips in the Lake District and personal development delivered by our external partners.
• Take ownership of your ongoing professional development, with support towards professional membership and chartership or professional registration where relevant to your career path.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits, giving you the freedom to shape a rewards package that works for you.
• 25 days' holiday, with the option to buy or sell additional days.
• A permanent contract from day one, reflecting our commitment to your long-term career.
• Clear progression opportunities, with bi-annual performance and pay reviews throughout your programme.
• Opportunities to connect with fellow graduates through networking events, development activities and our Early Careers Showcase.

About us

Balfour Beatty’s Asset & Technology Solutions (ATS) business provides plant, vehicle and equipment services across the UK, combining asset management, plant and logistics, digital technology, innovation and low-carbon solutions to support safe, efficient project delivery across the Group.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we want everyone to be able to thrive and achieve their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. We’re making great progress through our Value Everyone DEI Action Plan, but we know we’ve got more to do.