Job Description

Start your career where it matters most - building a better future together

Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company. We deliver vital projects across a range of sectors including health, education, water, defence, justice and civic and civil estate. Our schemes improve lives and strengthen communities. As a Graduate Finance Analyst, you'll play a key role in supporting the financial management of those projects - making sure we deliver on budget, with transparency and value for money.

Location

This role will be based in the Birmingham region, within our Regional Finance team. Flexibility to travel across offices and project sites in the region will be required as part of your development.

What you'll be doing

As a Graduate Finance Analyst, you'll rotate across key areas of our business finance functions to build a broad understanding of financial management in a construction environment.



With the support of experienced colleagues, you'll:


Assist in preparing management accounts, forecasts, and project financial reports Support the monitoring of project costs, revenues and cashflow against budgets Work with project teams to ensure accurate reporting of financial performance Help prepare monthly variance analysis and provide insights to senior management Contribute to tender and bid support by reviewing cost plans and pricing assumptions Gain experience with financial systems and ERP software used across the business Develop commercial awareness by understanding the financial drivers of construction projects Build relationships with finance, project, commercial and operational teams

Why this role?

This isn't just about spreadsheets - it's about impact. You'll be supported to develop the technical, analytical and communication skills to become a trusted finance professional in the construction industry. With mentoring, structured training and support towards a professional accountancy qualification (e.g. CIMA, ACCA), you'll be on a clear pathway to building a successful career.

What we're looking for

We want to hear from people who are passionate about finance and the built environment. You'll bring:


A degree (or expected in 2026) in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business or a related discipline (2:1 or above) A full UK driving licence (or working towards by the time you start) Strong numerical and analytical skills, with a logical and detail-oriented approach Good communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders A collaborative mindset, with enthusiasm to learn and take on responsibility Previous placement or finance-related experience (desirable but not essential)

What we can offer you

A structured two-year graduate development programme aligned to professional membership Full study support towards a recognised accountancy qualification (CIMA, ACCA) Mentoring and support from experienced finance professionals Two days volunteering opportunities per year Opportunities to work on diverse and meaningful projects across the UK An inclusive culture where your ideas and contributions make a real difference Competitive salary Car Allowance Performance Related Pay (PRP) 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with the opportunity to buy or sell up to 3 days holiday) Private medical insurance and 24/7 access to health and wellbeing experts via our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Company pension scheme matched up to 8% Flexible Benefits scheme which includes the opportunity to purchase benefits such as: + Critical illness insurance (with option to purchase for your partner)
+ Dental Insurance
+ Travel insurance
+ Cycle to work scheme
+ Perks at Work employee discount scheme offering discounts and savings portal for hundreds of retailers, cafes, restaurants, cinemas, travel, payroll giving/activity pass for top leisure attractions and a range of other benefits

Recruitment Timeline

Stage 1 - Online Applications:

You can apply

up until 28 November 2025

. We recommend getting your application in early!

Stage 2 - Shortlisting:

We'll review all applications during

December 2025

and get in touch to invite successful candidates to interview.

Stage 3 - Interviews:

Interviews will take place during the

week commencing 5 January 2026

. We'll let you know everything you need to prepare in advance.

Stage 4 - Offers:

Offers will be made in February 2026.

We'll keep you updated throughout the process so you know what to expect.

Why Tilbury Douglas?

We're more than just a construction company; we're a community of people working together to deliver projects that matter. We value diversity, innovation and wellbeing and we're committed to helping you reach your full potential.



Our values form a core part of our company and our mission to build a better future together. They underpin everything we do and set out what is expected from all of us:


Everyone has a voice Do the right thing Take pride in what you do Bring better to life

Join us and take your first step towards an exciting career in finance within construction.