Graduate Project Manager

Kendall Kingscott Ltd; Greater London; Sur place; GBP 26 000 - 34 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Flexible working arrangements

Career development

Training opportunities

Résumé du poste

Kendall Kingscott Ltd. is seeking a proactive Graduate Project Manager to aid the delivery of construction projects from briefing through handover.

You will work with experienced teams, supporting planning, coordination and documentation across design, procurement and construction stages. This development role targets graduates aiming to build a career in project management, with opportunities to gain practical experience and pursue professional qualifications.

Qualifications

• A degree, completed or due, in Construction Project Management or related built-environment field.
• Relevant placement-year or internship is desirable.
• Genuine interest in construction and delivery of high-quality assets.
• Strong written and verbal communication and organisational abilities.

Responsabilités

• Assist with project planning, programming and coordination across design, procurement and construction.
• Maintain trackers, action logs and document control systems.
• Coordinate information between clients, designers, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
• Prepare agendas, attend meetings and follow up on decisions.
• Support contract administration and project reporting under senior guidance.
• Undertake site visits and assist with handover and close-out documentation.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Formation

Degree in Construction Project Management or related built-environment discipline

Outils

Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

Description du poste

Vacancy

We are seeking an enthusiastic and organised Graduate Project Manager to support the successful delivery of construction projects from initial briefing and design through procurement, construction, handover and close-out. Working alongside experienced project managers, consultants, contractors and client teams, you will help coordinate project activities, maintain accurate information and ensure actions are completed on time.

This is a development role for a recent graduate who wants to build a career in project management. You will gain practical experience across the project lifecycle while working towards greater responsibility and, where applicable, a recognised professional qualification.

Team Role

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support innovative, coordinated solutions and successful project outcomes.
• Develop technical, commercial and project-management knowledge across a variety of projects and sectors.
• Contribute positively to the team, sharing information, taking ownership of actions and supporting a culture of continuous learning and development.
  

Individual Duties

• Assist with project planning, programming and coordination across design, procurement and construction stages.
• Maintain project trackers, action logs, risk registers, meeting records and document control systems.
• Coordinate information and actions between clients, designers, consultants, contractors, suppliers and statutory bodies.
• Prepare agendas, attend meetings, record decisions and follow up actions to completion.
• Support the preparation of project briefs, scopes of work, tender information and consultant or contractor appointments.
• Monitor progress against agreed programmes, milestones, budgets and quality requirements, escalating risks or delays promptly.
• Assist with contract administration, change control, payment information and project reporting under the direction of senior colleagues.
• Undertake site visits, record progress and support the resolution of design, quality, safety and delivery issues.
• Help manage handover, snagging, commissioning, completion records and close-out documentation.
• Promote safe working, sustainability, inclusion and professional conduct throughout each project.
  

Skills And Requirements

• A degree, completed or due to be completed, in Construction Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, Civil Engineering, Architecture or a related built-environment discipline.
• Relevant placement-year, internship, site or work experience (desirable but not essential)
• A genuine interest in construction and the delivery of high-quality built assets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisation, attention to detail and confidence managing competing priorities.
• Ability to work collaboratively, take ownership of actions and ask for support when required.
• Curiosity, analytical thinking and a practical approach to problem-solving.
• Commercial awareness with an understanding of the importance of time, cost, quality and risk in project delivery.
• Confidence in building positive working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• A commitment to learning, feedback and continuous improvement
• A full UK driving licence where regular site travel is required and a willingness to travel to project sites and meetings.
  

Knowledge of

• Competence in Microsoft 365 applications, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
• Construction contracts, procurement routes, health and safety duties, BIM and common project controls.
• Planning or document-management software (desirable)
  

About Us

Kendall Kingscott (KK) is a UK-based, multidisciplinary construction consultancy of architects, building surveyors, project managers, quantity surveyors, principal designers (CDM), principal designers (Building Safety Act), interior designers, mechanical and electrical engineers and other personnel. Our staff of 200 offer our specialist consultancy services throughout the UK.
Throughout our 60-year history, we have acquired wide-ranging expertise across multiple sectors, including education, healthcare, residential and retail and an equally diverse client base. From transformative refurbishments and ongoing maintenance to complex extensions and large-scale new builds, we work across the full project spectrum, offering variety, challenge and the chance to make a real impact.
Our dynamic team structures offer the collaborative, supportive environment of a small company while providing the benefits and growth opportunities of a larger business. At KK, careers flourish. Our statistics speak for themselves: low staff turnover, countless success stories of career progression, impressive training success rates and sustainable repeat business. We nurture and develop our people to be the best they can be. Irrespective of when you join or in what role, we provide opportunities to thrive.
As we continue to grow and elevate our services, we want to connect with talented individuals who share our vision. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel supported and respected and able to thrive professionally and personally. If that sounds like the right fit for your next chapter, please get in touch.
Kendall Kingscott is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.
At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees.
Since the beginning, our philosophy remains the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We firmly believe that embracing and celebrating the diversity in our workforce makes us a stronger and more innovative company.
By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.
We actively encourage applications from candidates of all genders, races, ethnicities, ages, neurotypes, religions or beliefs, sexual orientations, and those with disabilities.
If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?