Graduate Project Controls Planner - Midlands

Gleeds Corporate Services Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consultancy is seeking a Graduate Project Controls Planner in Nottingham. This role is part of the construct graduate programme, offering real project experience and professional development support to achieve chartered status. Candidates should have strong communication skills, be adept with MS Office, and hold or be completing a relevant degree by August 2026. Benefits include a competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, and opportunities for volunteering and personal development, all while working in an inclusive and supportive environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Highly competitive salary

Volunteering opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme

Health cash plan access

Agile working arrangements

Qualifications

• Right to live and work in the UK.
• Completed or completing degree by August 2026.

Responsibilities

• Support management of construction projects ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Assist in setting project goals and detailed schedules.
• Help align teams through data and reporting.
• Track costs and forecast changes.
• Prepare status reports on schedule, costs, and risks.

Skills

Strong communication and organisational skills

Confidence with MS Office tools

Enthusiasm and adaptability

Team mindset

Education

Degree or masters in construction project management, civil engineering, or related disciplines

Job description

Launch your career with Gleeds – a global consultancy shaping the future of the built environment.

We’re looking to bring onboard our 2026 graduate project controls planners. If you're looking for a place that champions your growth, supports your journey to full qualification, and gives you the chance to work on world-class projects, then the Gleeds construct graduate programme is where your future begins.

At Gleeds, we believe in creating long-term relationships with not only our clients, but our people as well. We have a proven track record of supporting our graduates as they grow, helping them become the best version of themselves both professionally and personally – creating a workplace that is efficient, inclusive, and fun to be a part of.

Our Construct Graduate Programme sets you up for long-term success with:

• Real project experience
• Support and guidance from industry experts
• Professional reviews and development support
• Full backing to achieve chartered status (RICS, CIOB, APM, and more)

We’re committed to helping you achieve professional accreditation. You’ll receive:

• Full financial support for accreditation costs
• Help with paperwork and application processes
• Access to industry-recognised training
• Depending on your role, you’ll work towards chartered status with leading professional bodies such as RICS, CIOB, APM, and more.

Ready to shape the future of project delivery? At Gleeds, you’ll do more than schedule tasks — you’ll help plan, monitor, and control projects that transform communities. As a graduate project Controls planner, you’ll have unlimited access to our experts, all with years of experience across the industry. They’ll guide you as you gain hands‑on experience in Planning, reporting scheduling, cost and risk management.

Programme and Project Control

Graduate Project Controllers/Planner support the management of construction projects, helping ensure timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met. They work closely with project managers and teams to keep everything coordinated and on track.

• Planning Support: Assist in setting project goals, scope, and detailed schedules.
• Team Coordination: Help align subcontractors, engineers, and consultants through data and reporting.
• Budget Control: Support cost tracking and forecasting alongside quantity surveyors to manage budgets.
• Scheduling: Monitor progress, update timelines, and flag potential delays early.
• Quality & Compliance: Help ensure project work adheres to standards and regulations through documentation.
• Communication: Prepare updates, reports, and assist with meetings to keep stakeholders informed.

Your role will encompass (but is not limited to) the following:

• Develop and update construction project schedules using planning software
• Monitor project progress and update timelines accordingly
• Track budgets, costs, and forecast changes
• Gather progress data from site teams and subcontractors
• Prepare status reports on schedule, costs, and risks
• Identify potential delays and suggest mitigation measures
• Maintain project documentation and records
• Assist in resource planning and allocation

What we’re looking for :

• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Confidence with MS Office tools
• Enthusiasm, adaptability, and a team mindset
• Right to live and work in the UK
• A degree or masters (completed or completing by August 2026) within construction project management, civil engineering, or project management or built environment disciplines.

If this sounds like you, we’d be delighted to receive your application and support you on your journey to becoming a fully accredited member of the Gleeds team.

What benefits can you expect from Gleeds?

• Structured professional and personal development through our construct graduate programme.
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and the option to purchase additional days.
• Highly competitive salary and the opportunity to increase this through continuous reviews.
• Volunteering opportunities to engage with your local community or charitable organisations.
• Employee Assistance Programme to ensure your health and personal well-being comes first.
• Expand your horizons with global opportunities available to everyone.
• Agile ways of working arrangements to ensure you have a healthy work‑life balance.
• A supportive and people‑focused company that is a recognised Great Place To Work 2025.
• Access to a health cash plan, which includes access to discounts on gym memberships, health products and experience days.

About us

Gleeds is a global property and construction consultancy with over 150 years of expertise, operating in 28 countries worldwide. From iconic landmarks to critical infrastructure, we drive innovation, sustainability and value, delivering transformative projects that shape communities and redefine the built environment.