Graduate Project Manager

A Graduate Project Manager role at Sodexo in Belfast supporting construction and property projects across all stages by assisting with planning, reporting, governance, risk management, and stakeholder coordination within structured frameworks like PRINCE2 and NEC4.

About the role

• 40 hours per week

• Shift pattern/ hours - Monday to Friday

• Salary tbc

• Hybrid role but site base is Belfast -we will only be considering applicants from Northern Ireland for this vacancy

• Sodexo rewards and benefits

• Must be undertaking a university-level course in Building, Construction, or a related area.

Job Introduction

Sodexo believes that government agencies should foster an environment of respect, operating with efficiency and effectiveness to promote productivity. We prioritize employee well-being and play a vital role in fostering stronger communities.

What you’ll do

As a Graduate Project Manager, you will support the delivery of complex construction and property projects from early concept through to delivery and handover.

You will:

• Support project planning, coordination, and reporting across multiple live projects

• Assist in early-stage project development (RIBA Stages 0–1), including feasibility studies, options appraisals, and strategic briefs

• Help prepare project documentation including business cases (Five Case Model), reports, trackers, and risk logs

• Support Gateway Reviews, Risk Potential Assessments (RPA), and governance processes

• Assist with PRINCE2 stage gate reporting, including risks, issues, lessons learned, and forecasts

• Coordinate stakeholder meetings, workshops, and project communications

• Support Soft Landings activity and early operational planning

• Maintain accurate project data across PMO and CAFM systems

You will be part of a large, multi-disciplinary team delivering across a complex and highly governed estate, gaining exposure to real-world project delivery frameworks including PRINCE2, NEC4, and HM Treasury Green Book standards.

What you bring:

• Degree in Project Management, Construction, Engineering, Architecture, Business or a related discipline

• Interest in or working towards PRINCE2 Foundation or APM PFQ (desirable)

• Strong communication, organisation, and analytical skills

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

• Comfortable working with data, reports, and structured processes

• Proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop

• RICS / CIOB / APM membership (desirable but not essential)

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way.

In addition, we offer:

• Mental health & wellbeing support

• Employee Assistance Programme for personal, legal, and financial advice

• 24/7 virtual GP & lifestyle rewards

• Discounts for you & your family

• Financial tools & retirement plan

• Cycle to Work scheme & paid volunteering day

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Sodexo reserves the right to close this advert early if we are in receipt of a high number of applications