Construction Management Graduate

Supports the planning and delivery of construction work packages by coordinating site activities, workforce, materials, subcontractors, quality checks and safety requirements while developing construction management skills.

At Laing O'Rourke, we deliver complex engineering and construction projects that shape the built environment.

We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join our Early Talent programmes and help drive innovation across our business. We're seeking ambitious graduates who are ready to make an impact. If you're passionate, curious and eager to challenge the status quo, you'll help us drive innovation, transform our industry and shape the future of construction and engineering.

About the programme

Through Laing O'Rourke's Graduate Development Programme, we help graduates gain practical experience, achieve professional accreditation and build the skills needed to become future leaders in the construction and engineering industry. Our Early Talent Programme will enable you to expand your networks, achieve professional and personal development, gain exposure to a variety of projects and disciplines, and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to build a successful and rewarding career.

What Professional Accreditation can be achieved through this role:

Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) Chartership Pathway

Role Overview and the Purpose of the role:

The Graduate Construction Manager supports the safe, efficient and high-quality delivery of construction work packages while developing the technical, commercial and leadership skills required to become a future Construction Manager.

Working under supervision, you will help coordinate site activities, integrate design and construction information, support planning and procurement activities, and ensure work is delivered safely, to the required quality standards and in line with programme requirements.

The role provides hands-on experience across major construction projects while building the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for long-term career progression within the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities – What you'll do:

• Support the planning, coordination and delivery of construction work packages.

• Supervise and coordinate workforce activities to ensure safe and efficient delivery.

• Assist with labour, plant, material and site logistics planning.

• Ensure works are delivered safely, to the required quality standards and in line with programme requirements.

• Prepare and review method statements and risk assessments and support compliance on site.

• Contribute to short-term planning activities, including six-week lookahead programmes.

• Monitor progress, identify constraints and escalate risks or issues affecting delivery.

• Coordinate with design, technical, procurement and delivery teams to ensure resources and information are available when required.

• Interpret drawings, specifications and technical information to support construction activities.

• Support inspections, testing, dimensional control and quality assurance processes.

• Assist with procurement activities, subcontractor engagement and package planning.

• Maintain accurate site records, diaries and project documentation.

• Promote safe working practices, environmental compliance and sustainability objectives.

• Build effective relationships with subcontractors, consultants and project teams.

• Participate in training, placements and development activities aligned to the Graduate Programme and professional accreditation pathway

Teams and Departments this role will interact with most:

Construction Delivery Teams, Planning, Technical and Design Management, Engineering, Commercial, Procurement, Logistics, Health, Safety and Wellbeing, Sustainability, Quality Assurance, Subcontractors, Consultants and Client Representative

The following Degree Subjects are suitable for this role:

International Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Management, Construction Project Management, Building Surveying, Construction Engineering Management, Quantity Surveying, Building and Construction, Project Management, Other related Built Environment disciplines