Graduate or Placement Project Manager

Hollis; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early responsibility in live projects

Client exposure early in career

APC programme and chartership pathway

Wide variety of projects across the AD

Learn from experienced PMs

One Team culture

Collaborate across disciplines

Employee-owned business model

Job summary

Hollis in Manchester is seeking ambitious junior Project Managers to help deliver projects across refurbishment, fit-out and complex property schemes. From day one you'll gain real responsibility, work with clients and consultants, and develop leadership and commercial awareness to accelerate your career.

You'll join a One Team culture with structured APC progression towards chartership, and you'll learn from experienced project managers while contributing to live projects across the property

Qualifications

• Degree/MSc in Construction Project Management or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good research and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Organisational and time management abilities; MS Office proficiency.
• Full driving licence preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of projects from £50k to £7m as PM, Contract Admin, Designer or Employer's Agent.
• Coordinate the flow of information between clients, consultants and project teams.
• Assist from inception through to completion, with ownership of smaller projects as you gain experience.
• Attend site visits, project meetings and client discussions.
• Assist with preparation of project reports, programmes and key documentation.
• Monitor project progress and provide updates to teams and stakeholders.
• Develop understanding of risk, commercial performance and client objectives.
• Support bid submissions and business development activities.
• Maintain awareness of industry developments and emerging trends.
• Take ownership of your CPD and development; champion our values.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Teamwork

Attention to detail

MS Office skills

Willingness to learn

Driving licence (optional)

Education

Degree/MSc in Construction Project Management

RICS/CIOB degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Where ambition thrives

Want to see the direct impact of your work on projects, people and places?

We're looking for ambitious junior Project Managers to join our team and help deliver projects that shape the future of the built environment. From refurbishment and fit-out schemes to complex property projects, you'll work alongside experienced professionals, helping clients turn ideas into reality while building the skills, confidence and commercial awareness to accelerate your career.

Whether you're a recent graduate or embarking on a placement year, you'll join a business that trusts you with real responsibility, supports your growth through positive challenge and gives you the opportunity to build an exceptional career.

You’ll be involved in live projects from day one, working closely with colleagues, clients and consultants while developing the leadership, communication and technical skills that define successful Project Managers. We'll also support you on your journey towards chartership through our APC programme.

What you'll get

When you join us, you get more than a graduate/placement role.

You get:

• Early responsibility and meaningful involvement in live projects from day one.
• Opportunities to work directly with clients and develop commercial awareness early in your career.
• Structured support through our APC programme and a clear pathway towards chartership.
• Exposure to a wide variety of projects across the property lifecycle.
• Opportunities to learn from experienced Project Managers and industry experts.
• A people-first, One Team culture where your ideas are welcomed, your contribution is recognised and your development matters.
• Opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and our European offices.
• The trust and autonomy to take ownership of your work and career development.
• The opportunity to share in the success you help create through our employee-owned business model.

What you'll be doing - your day to day

• Support the delivery of projects ranging from £50,000 to more than £7m, where we act as Project Manager, Contract Administrator, Designer or Employer's Agent.
• Coordinate the flow of information between clients, consultants and project teams.
• Support projects from inception through to completion, with the opportunity to take ownership of smaller projects as your experience grows.
• Attend site visits, project meetings and client discussions.
• Assist with the preparation of project reports, programmes and key project documentation.
• Monitor project progress and provide clear updates to project teams and stakeholders.
• Develop an understanding of project risk, commercial performance and client objectives.
• Support bid submissions and business development activities.
• Maintain awareness of industry developments and emerging trends.
• Take ownership of your continuous professional development.
• Champion our values and contribute positively to our culture.

Skills and experience

• Degree or MSc in Construction Project Management.
• RICS or CIOB accredited degree preferred but not essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain information clearly and professionally.
• Good research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret information and draw logical conclusions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team while taking ownership of individual tasks.
• Interest in the built environment and a desire to develop technical and commercial knowledge.
• Willingness to learn, seek feedback and continuously develop new skills.
• Full driving licence preferred but not essential.

About you

You're curious, motivated and eager to learn. You enjoy working with people, solving problems and bringing structure to complex situations. You're organised, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities while maintaining attention to detail and high standards. You're comfortable taking ownership of your work, open to feedback and committed to developing your skills and expertise. Most importantly, you have a passion for the built environment and are excited by the opportunity to make a positive impact through your work.

Why us?

We're independent, multi-disciplinary real estate technical experts, Project Managers and Sustainability Consultants. Our Project Management teams work at the heart of some of the most exciting projects in the built environment, helping clients navigate complexity, manage risk and deliver successful outcomes.

You'll work as part of our One Team culture, collaborating with specialists from across the business to deliver joined-up solutions and gain exposure to different disciplines and perspectives - while finding the fun along the way.

We're also proud of our track record in developing future talent. Today, 62 of our people started their careers with us as graduates, including 6 who have progressed to Director level. We currently have 50 graduates, 19 apprentices and 5 placement students across our programmes, creating a strong community of emerging talent and a proven pathway for progression.

We're independently owned and independently minded. That means you'll have a voice, opportunities to make an impact and the chance to help shape the future of our business while sharing in its success.

Every great project needs someone to bring people, ideas and ambitions together. Start your journey with us and build the skills to lead with confidence.

We're Inclusive

Together we welcome, we embrace, and we celebrate our differences. Our aim is to provide a diverse and inclusive workplace which supports and cares for all our employees, including those from underrepresented or non-dominant groups. We’re focused on a culture of inclusion; where all barriers including prejudice are removed from our working environment; and where all our people are empowered to be the best they can be.