Graduate Pre-Construction Manager

Balfour Beatty plc; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible benefits

25 days holiday

Permanent contract

Job summary

Balfour Beatty plc in Scotland is inviting applications for a Graduate Pre-Construction Manager as part of our 2027 Early Careers programme. You will gain hands-on experience on UKCS projects, take on real responsibility from day one and work with experienced colleagues to develop technical and professional skills.

Based in Maxim Park (Eurocentral), you will support ECI and two-stage tendering, review drawings and specifications, coordinate across design, estimating and commercial teams,

Qualifications

• Curious, proactive and motivated to develop professionally.
• Enjoy solving problems and finding practical solutions.
• Work well with others and build positive relationships.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with different people.
• Take ownership, adapt to challenges and are committed to achieving results.

Responsibilities

• Assist on production of ECI and bid technical and commercial deliverables.
• Review drawings, specifications and project requirements.
• Coordinate input from design, estimating, commercial and operational teams.
• Identify project risks, opportunities and potential solutions.
• Support the development of project programmes, costs and tender submissions.
• Work collaboratively with customers, consultants and supply chain partners.

Skills

Curious and proactive

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Clear communication

Ownership and adaptability

Education

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Quantity Surveying

Business Management

Job description

About the role

We are Balfour Beatty. You may not know us by name, but you’ll recognise what we do. We’re a leading international infrastructure group, building, maintaining and improving infrastructure that supports communities for generations to come.

As a Graduate Pre-Construction Manager, you'll join our 2027 Early Careers programme and gain hands‑on experience while contributing to some of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. From day one, you'll take on real responsibility, develop technical and professional skills, and work alongside experienced colleagues who will support your growth. You'll also be part of a supportive graduate community, building the skills, experience and industry‑recognised accreditations needed for a successful career.

In this role, you’ll join one of our UKCS - Regional Scotland teams as a Graduate Pre-Construction Manager, based in Maxim Park (Eurocentral), supporting a combination of ECI and competitive 2-stage tendering projects.

What you'll be doing

As a Graduate Pre-Construction Manager you’ll assist on production of ECI and bid technical and commercial deliverables whilst developing an understanding of project delivery and corporate governance requirements.

• Support projects through the pre‑construction and tender stages
• Review drawings, specifications and project requirements
• Coordinate input from design, estimating, commercial and operational teams
• Identify project risks, opportunities and potential solutions
• Support the development of project programmes, costs and tender submissions
• Work collaboratively with customers, consultants and supply chain partners

Who we're looking for

We value your potential over past experience and are looking for graduates with a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or Business Management and a genuine interest in our industry.

To be eligible, you’ll need to achieve a minimum 2:2 Honours degree by the time you start.

• Are curious, proactive and motivated to develop professionally.
• Enjoy solving problems and finding practical solutions.
• Work well with others and build positive relationships.
• Communicate clearly and confidently with different people.
• Take ownership, adapt to challenges and are committed to achieving results.

Why work for us as a Graduate

• Work on high‑profile projects that make a real difference, while building your career with one of the UK’s leading infrastructure groups.
• Be part of a supportive early careers network, with structured training and with structured training and coaching from experienced industry professionals.
• Take part in unique development experiences, including residential trips in the Lake District and personal development delivered by our external partners.
• Take ownership of your ongoing professional development, with support towards professional membership and chartership or professional registration where relevant to your career path.

What we can offer you

• Competitive salary and flexible benefits, giving you the freedom to shape a rewards package that works for you.
• 25 days' holiday, with the option to buy or sell additional days.
• A permanent contract from day one, reflecting our commitment to your long‑term career.
• Clear progression opportunities, with bi‑annual performance and pay reviews throughout your programme.
• Opportunities to connect with fellow graduates through networking events, development activities and our Early Careers Showcase.
• Opportunities to get involved in wider business initiatives, community projects and programmes such as the Duke of Edinburgh's Award.

About us

The Regional Scotland business delivers the buildings and infrastructure that communities across Scotland rely on every day. It plays an important role in supporting economic growth, improving public services and creating lasting social value.

At Balfour Beatty, we have been delivering complex and critical infrastructure across Scotland for more than a century, from healthcare and education facilities to transport and civil engineering projects.

Our award‑winning sustainable projects, including active travel, Passivhaus and retrofit schemes, demonstrate our commitment to supporting Scotland's transition towards a more sustainable future.

Diversity and inclusion

At Balfour Beatty, we want everyone to be able to thrive and achieve their full potential, regardless of their identity or background. We’re making great progress through our Value Everyone DEI Action Plan, but we know we’ve got more to do. Find out more about our values and DEI initiatives.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We are committed to our processes being barrier‑free and will support adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Please let the recruiter for this role know if you require any adjustments.

We’re looking to continually improve our recruitment process, so if you have any feedback, please share this with us via [e-mail]