Graduate Design Manager – Civil & Construction

Galliford Try Group

Greater London

On-site

GBP 31,000 - 38,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Starting salary
Company car
Holiday allowance
Private medical insurance
Volunteer days
Agile working
Employee benefits

Job summary

Galliford Try Group invites applications for its Graduate Design Manager role as part of the UK’s top-rated construction and civil engineering graduate programme. The two-year programme runs alongside a permanent role, offering structured modules, mentorship, and pathways to professional qualifications.

You will work under the Design Manager, helping to manage design processes, produce drawings and solutions, and support meetings while gaining hands-on experience in blue-chip projects.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree completed by September 2027.
  • Full UK driving licence or planned to obtain by September 2027.
  • Eligible to live and work in the UK without restriction.
  • Strong collaboration and analytical mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Support the Design Manager and design teams in producing drawings and design solutions.
  • Develop understanding of client needs in design development.
  • Ensure design information meets quality and project timescales.
  • Contribute to Design meetings and prepare reports.
  • Organise design meetings and maintain project documentation.

Skills

Collaboration
Problem-solving
Self-motivation
Adaptability
Curiosity

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture/Construction Management/Design

Job description

Galliford Try Group invites applications for its Graduate Design Manager role as part of the UK’s top-rated construction and civil engineering graduate programme. The two-year programme runs alongside a permanent role, offering structured modules, mentorship, and pathways to professional qualifications.

You will work under the Design Manager, helping to manage design processes, produce drawings and solutions, and support meetings while gaining hands-on experience in blue-chip projects.

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