Graduate Project Manager: Accelerate to RICS Chartered

Gardiner & Theobald LLP; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Gardiner & Theobald LLP is seeking a Graduate Assistant Project Manager to join the G&T Accelerate Programme in Newcastle. You will gain hands-on experience while working toward Chartered membership of RICS, supporting project teams, and developing leadership and technical skills.

The role blends real responsibility with mentoring and accredited training, offering exposure to a variety of projects across sectors.

Qualifications

• Achieved or expected to achieve a 2:1 degree or above.
• Excellent working knowledge of current IT systems.
• Strong understanding of client care and relationship building.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Trustworthy, reliable and professional in approach.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to work efficiently and deliver to deadlines.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Proactive, adaptable and flexible when responding to different situations.
• Demonstrates dedication, commitment and a positive attitude.
• Eagerness to learn and continually develop professionally.
• Genuine interest in the construction and property industry.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of project programmes and monitoring key deadlines and milestones.
• Recording minutes and actions from project meetings and supporting the analysis of project data and performance information.
• Providing updates to clients on project progress and maintaining regular communication to understand and respond to client requirements.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date project documentation and records.
• Assisting with the preparation and administration of contract documentation.
• Attending project meetings and site visits, including design team meetings and contractor progress meetings, depending on the project stage.
• Supporting Project Managers in the delivery of project objectives and key deliverables.
• Preparing performance reports, ranking reports and regular project progress updates.
• Supporting the collection, development and analysis of project data to inform decision-making and project objectives.
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with clients and other project stakeholders.
• Assisting with the development and implementation of action plans to support effective management of time, resources and processes.
• Supporting the delivery of project activities and providing assistance to help ensure projects are completed successfully and on schedule.
• Liaising with Project Managers and project leads to help maintain project programmes and overall project effectiveness.
• Monitoring project implementation and gathering information on project progress and performance.
• Coordinating with Project Managers and project teams during project close-out and completion activities.

Skills

IT systems proficiency

Client care & relationship building

Written & verbal communication

Organisational skills

Deadline delivery

Independent & collaborative

Proactive & adaptable

Willingness to learn

Interest in construction & property

Education

2:1 degree or above

Job description

Gardiner & Theobald LLP is seeking a Graduate Assistant Project Manager to join the G&T Accelerate Programme in Newcastle. You will gain hands-on experience while working toward Chartered membership of RICS, supporting project teams, and developing leadership and technical skills.

The role blends real responsibility with mentoring and accredited training, offering exposure to a variety of projects across sectors.