2026 Graduate Development Program - Project Management (Toronto)

Turner & Townsend; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% covered health and dental benefits

Health spending account

RRSP option with company matching

Annual learning and development budget

Coverage of professional membership fees

Flexible work approach

Comprehensive vacation and sick pay

Job summary

A global professional services firm is looking for a Graduate Consultant in Project Management to manage projects and contribute to better client outcomes. This full-time role includes a structured Graduate Development Program to develop skills and experience in the construction industry. Responsibilities include project management and communication, with qualifications requiring a degree in a relevant field. The salary range is $65,000 - $70,000 per year, with numerous benefits including health coverage and a hybrid work approach.

Qualifications

• Less than 2 years of relevant work experience in construction.
• Eligible to live and work in Canada.
• Willing and able to attend Toronto office and client offices around the GTA.

Responsibilities

• Day to day management of the various aspects of the project.
• Establish effective processes and systems throughout the project.
• Produce project plans and prepare written project communication materials.

Skills

Strong communicator

Committed to making a difference

Quality driven

Exceeds expectations

Team player

Problem solver

Commercial thinker

Passion for the construction industry

Desire to learn and grasp opportunities

Education

Degree or diploma in a relevant field

Job description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Application Deadline: February 23, 2026

Job Description

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.

Graduate Consultant - Project Management

Project management reduces risk and helps clients deliver projects in a consistent and improved manner. Project managers are responsible for the day to day management of the various aspects of the project. Some of the key responsibilities will be establishing effective processes and systems to be utilised throughout the project, producing project plans and preparing written project communication materials.

Graduate Development Program (GDP)

The GDP is a twenty‑four month structured learning environment which will provide each graduate with the skills, training, and experience to be a successful consultant in their chosen field. Through the GDP, we will work with you to shape a development plan which is aligned to our technical and behavioural competency frameworks and supports your long‑term career ambitions towards achieving professional designation with an industry body. You will be provided with the support required to guide and mentor you through the scheme.

The GDP is designed to be:

• a platform to enhance knowledge and gain first‑hand experience
• a training schedule to support and capture your learning and development needs and achievements
• a learning tool document to track and report the development of your capabilities.

We offer a varied scheme designed to develop, test, and hone the technical and behavioural skills required to pursue a successful career in the infrastructure sector. Whether you relish day‑to‑day challenges of project management, possess the precision and communication demands of project controls or appreciate the complexity of cost management, this program will provide you with exposure across a leading global consultancy.

Qualifications

Some of the qualities we look for are:

• Strong communicator
• Committed to making a difference
• Quality driven
• Exceeds expectations
• Team player
• Problem solver
• Commercial thinker
• Passion for the construction industry
• Desire to learn and grasp opportunities

We are looking for individuals to have a passion for the industry and be motivated by the work we do and the clients we work with.

Eligibility criteria

• A degree or diploma in a relevant field such as Construction Cost Management, Quantity Surveying, Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical) or any other construction‑related degrees
• Less than 2 years of relevant work experience in construction
• Eligible to live and work in Canada
• Eligible candidates must be willing and able to be in attendance at our Toronto office and to attend client offices around the Greater Toronto Area as required. Travel outside of the GTA may also be required; flexibility to travel is desired but not mandatory.

Applications for this role will close on February 23, 2026.

Additional Information

The base salary range for this full‑time role is $65,000 - $70,000 per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range reflects base salary only, not the total compensation package. Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on a candidate’s experience and qualifications.

What's in it for you...

• 100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services)
• Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program
• RRSP option with company matching
• Annual learning and development budget
• Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth
• Coverage of one professional membership or license fee per year, if directly related to your role
• Comprehensive package of Vacation days, flex days and sick days.
• A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives.
• Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging.

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance. At Turner & Townsend, we wholeheartedly adopt diversity. This dedication extends to our team, clients and communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals regardless of their race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or any other legally protected grounds. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Turner & Townsend is dedicated to encouraging a safe, healthy and accessible environment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

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