Job Description

About The Role

GRAHAM ACADEMY - Trainee Site Manager

Benefits: Car Allowance; Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Living away from home allowance (where appropriate), Contributory Pension, 33 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)

At GRAHAM, we are committed to growth and innovation. As our business continues to expand, the Operations Team have opportunities for Technical Apprenticeships, Graduates and Industrial Placements to join our Interior Fit-Out Division.





At GRAHAM our Interior Fit-Out division works across a broad range of sectors including commercial, retail and office. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, strong values, and commitment to training and development.





As a Trainee Site Manager, you'll be joining a business that believes in nurturing talent and building careers from the ground up. You'll be part of our operations team, supporting the delivery of construction projects from start to finish. Working closely with experienced site managers and project teams, you will be diving into real projects, gaining practical skills while strengthening your theoretical knowledge and supporting the delivery of construction projects from start to finish.





This is your chance to see the construction industry in action, connect the dots between classroom learning and real-world impact, and take meaningful steps toward your future. Whether you're completing an industrial placement and returning to your studies with fresh insight, advancing through a fully funded, industry-recognised apprenticeship or seeking a new challenge after graduation, you'll be building the foundations of a rewarding career.





If you're passionate about Construction and the Built Environment and have an eye for detail, this is your chance to build a career with purpose.

Key Responsibilities:


Assist in overseeing daily on-site operations and ensure compliance with safety regulations. Work closely with the Site Management team to learn all aspects of site management including project planning, staff supervision, and quality control. Coordinate with various stakeholders including clients, subcontractors, and site personnel. Contribute to the management of project resources and materials. Help in maintaining accurate project documentation and site reports. Participate in meetings and training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills. Ensure that all construction activities

Personal Specifications

Technical Competencies

Essential

Currently studying, or planning to undertake, a higher or degree-level education course in a construction-related discipline Strong interest in developing a career in Site Management. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. Eager to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment. A proactive approach with the ability to problem-solve effectively. Must be willing to travel throughout the UK

Desirable

Basic knowledge of construction practices and safety regulations. Experience in a construction related environment CSCS card
Full UK Driving Licence

Behavioural Competencies

Essential:

Commercial Awareness:

relevant to the position applied for and understanding of why commercial awareness and business acumen are related and how these combine to meet customer needs and GRAHAM business requirements.

Leadership skills

: Communicates well and shows commitment to work as part of a fully integrated team.

Effective Communication skills:

Able to adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports under supervision. Able to maintain and manage communication links with a variety of stakeholders. Presents a professional image and promotes the Brand.

Customer Focus:

Takes time to question and understand why customer needs are important and wants to forge ongoing sustainable links with customers to act in theirs and the businesses long term interest.

Influencing:

Identifies and builds relationships with those who will be useful now and in the future in achieving strategic business objectives.

Initiative:

Is able to work alone to get results in an effective way. Understands and seeks to minimise waste in resources and processes. Adopts and encourages others to adopt new ways of working. Demonstrate ability to eventually work unsupervised.

Team Player:

Always willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives. Works collaboratively and uses influence to gain resolution of issues. Demonstrates honestly, loyalty and commitment.

Negotiation

: Willingness to learn and the ability to understand negotiation skills and why these are important for all supply chain members all contractual rights and obligations are realised and protected.

About You

GRAHAM ROUTES TO BECOMING A SITE MANAGER

TECHNICAL APPRENTICESHIP

Technical Apprenticeships are available at a number of entry points from GCSE, A Level or BTEC awards, we are currently seeking to recruit individuals hoping to transition onto a Higher-Level or Degree Level Apprenticeship, which are offered from Level 4 to Level 7.



A Higher Apprenticeship provides a structured pathway to develop your skills while earning a nationally recognised qualification. You'll gain valuable hands-on experience in the workplace alongside dedicated study time, with all training costs fully funded. These programmes offer a clear route to professional body membership and can lead to rewarding careers.

GRADUATES

We offer a two year programme which focuses on developing your technical and interpersonal skills. In addition, a structured, mentored training programme, aligned to a recognised professional qualification, will set you on the pathway to chartership. Through early responsibility you'll learn quickly on challenging projects with the opportunity for fast track career advancement.

INDUSTRIAL PLACEMENTS

Our industrial placements can last from 3-12 months, dependent on your college/university curriculum. On your placement you will be given the support, guidance and experience which will lay the foundations for a great future in Site Management. Show us what you can do and your placement could lead to a company scholarship award and an offer of employment when you graduate.






If you have any questions please contact a member of our HR team on 02892 689500.

Our Commitment to you:

We are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people where everyone is recognised as an individual and where the richness of a diverse workforce is embraced to maximise business performance and to deliver lasting impact. The principles of Fairness, Inclusion & Respect (FIR) help create a positive team culture, a safer and healthier workplace, more innovation through diversity of ideas and a more productive workforce - everything thrives when we feel valued.

We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying, as we may be able to sponsor a work permit on your behalf. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK, should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.

A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.


Please apply to our vacancy portal by uploading a comprehensive and targeted CV with your relevant experiences. Note: All applicants must complete an online monitoring form.