Graduate Project Manager

  • Aldwych Consulting
  • City, Birmingham
  • 30/04/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description


Graduate Project Manager - Construction Consultancy
Birmingham
Salary up to 28k

Are you ready to kick-start your career in project management with a consultancy that's doing things differently?

We're working with a dynamic, fast-growing construction consultancy built by industry professionals who wanted to challenge the status quo and create a genuinely people-first business. With a strong leadership team, a vibrant social culture, and an exciting pipeline of projects, this is the perfect place for a Graduate Project Manager to learn, grow, and make a real impact from day one.

Working across sectors such as infrastructure, healthcare, education, regeneration, and the public sector, you'll gain hands-on experience on diverse, meaningful projects-no two days will ever look the same.

This is more than just a graduate role-it's a launchpad. You'll be given real responsibility early on, supported by experienced mentors who are invested in your development and progression.

Key Responsibilities as the Graduate Project Manager:
As a Graduate Project Manager, you'll support the successful delivery of infrastructure and build projects while developing your technical and professional skillset. Your role will include:

  • Assisting in the delivery of projects from early planning stages through to completion
  • Supporting client relationships and attending meetings as you build confidence
  • Helping manage project programmes, risks, budgets, and quality standards
  • Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams including designers, contractors, and consultants
  • Preparing reports, tracking progress, and maintaining key project documentation
  • Supporting procurement activities and contractor engagement
  • Attending and contributing to project meetings and stakeholder workshops
  • Learning to identify and manage risks, changes, and project challenges
  • Ensuring compliance with health & safety and regulatory requirements

Requirements:

  • A degree in a construction-related field (or similar)
  • A genuine interest in project management within the built environment
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Good organisation and time management abilities
  • A proactive, enthusiastic mindset with a willingness to learn
  • Confidence to engage with clients and stakeholders
  • An interest in infrastructure and/or build projects
  • Knowledge of NEC or JCT contracts (or willingness to learn)
  • Working towards professional accreditation (or keen to start)

What's on offer:

  • Full support towards chartership and professional development
  • Paid professional subscriptions
  • Travel expenses covered for office and site visits
  • A clear progression pathway within a growing and supportive PM team
  • A collaborative, social, and people-focused working environment

If you're a driven graduate looking to build a long-term career in project management and want to be part of a consultancy where your growth truly matters, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today! For more information, please contact Georgie Marden.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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