Project Management Graduate

targetjobs UK; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a graduate for a role in project management based in Bristol. You will work on varied projects across diverse sectors, gaining valuable experience and training. The position offers a salary of £33,000 plus a £2,000 joining bonus, hybrid working options, and potential for professional development. Interested candidates should hold at least a 2:1 degree and possess strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Benefits

Attractive salary

25 days holiday

Private healthcare membership

Company pension scheme

Mentoring for professional accreditation

Qualifications

• Evaluate information to make decisions under uncertainty.
• Exhibit initiative and proven time management skills.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to clients.
• Adapt to changing environments and maintain composure.

Responsibilities

• Support project management capabilities on client projects.
• Advise clients on delivery of effective supply chains.
• Collaborate with diverse teams for project success.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Time management

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree level qualification 2:1

Job description

Who We Are?

Frazer-Nash Consultancy is a Management & Engineering Consultancy. Through our meaningful innovations, our experts help organisations make lives securer, safer, sustainable and affordable.

In a nutshell, our consultancy is all about providing advice to positively impact our clients’ projects and businesses and the wider world around us.

Why Frazer-Nash?

As a graduate, you will typically be working on multiple projects simultaneously, managing your time and rapidly accruing a wealth of experience and skills. Hence, no two days in Frazer-Nash will be the same.

You will be surrounded by experts not just in your team, but also in a wide range of other fields – whether it’s digital or engineering, we’re an interesting bunch.

We have a comprehensive Early Careers package that will enable you to successfully integrate into our business and meet new colleagues from across the organisation – last year we had over 100 Graduates, interns and summer placements and we are looking for a similar sized cohort this year so you will be joining with a large and vibrant peer group.

We will provide you with the relevant training and experience to allow you to excel in your career and offer a variety of accredited courses from industry recognised bodies.

The Team

Our Project, Programme and Portfolio (P3M) Management Consultancy division provide a variety of services to clients within public and private sectors with expertise that spans across large scale P3M delivery, specialist advisory services, Project and Programme Controls and Supply Chain specialisms. These teams aim to maximise the value our clients achieve through effective delivery of change initiatives that meets or exceeds their desired outcomes.

The Role

You will be joining one of our teams based in Bristol or Leatherhead. Each team has a mix of project management specialisms and experience, but all are characterised by a commitment to support our clients deliver their projects to a high standard.

Our teams collaborate closely with economists, business consultancy professionals, and engineering consultants on a wide range of complex projects across multiple sectors as diverse as energy, transport and defence. Some of our consultants are embedded in client project teams, others work alongside clients to enable them to solve problems that are holding their projects back. Currently we are providing teams to manage and deliver state-of-the-art research and development programmes in Defence and support the UK government to access the innovation needed to reach net-zero carbon by 2050.

You could be working as an individual within one of these projects or as part of a team setting up and implementing project management capabilities such as Project Management Offices. You could also be advising clients on how to set up and deliver effective supply chains, as well as supporting business development opportunities, helping Frazer-Nash to win the next set of exciting work.

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Evaluates information to make decisions: The ideal candidate should possess high problem-solving and analytical skills, be comfortable with uncertainty, excel in solution development. Additionally, they should have the aptitude to apply core project management competencies (such as managing risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies) or procurement / supply chain management competencies in order to support critical technological and engineering decisions.
• Takes Initiative & Ownership: The ideal candidate should exhibit initiative, and proven time management skills, consistently delivering on tasks without constant supervision. They should be accountable, and possess the ability to plan and organise work efficiently to meet clients’ needs.
• Builds effective relationships with clients: The ideal candidate should excel in effective communication, translating technical concepts into understandable language, and possess great interpersonal skills for building relationships. They must also demonstrate competence in delegation, the ability to understand clients perspectives, articulate solutions persuasively, and exhibit the emotional intelligence required to see things from the client's perspective.
• Adapts: The ideal candidate should thrive in an environment characterised by undefined structure and frequent changes. They should be willing to adapt to situations and maintain composure as they arise. This role requires constant stepping out of one's comfort zone, and overseeing a variety of projects by effectively controlling and embracing change.

A degree level qualification 2:1 in any degree discipline or above will also be required.

Due to the nature of the work that Frazer-Nash Consultancy undertake, candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment screening and will be required to satisfy clearance criteria for UK National Security Vetting.

Our Recruitment Process

Step 1: Application - CV submission

Step 2: Measure Potential - Arctic Shores’ task-based assessment. You will be asked to complete some exciting, engaging tasks which will enable us to get to know you better! In return, you’ll receive a personalised feedback report.

Step 3: Video Interview - Situation based & technical questions that are related to the important criteria needed to be successful on the role.

Step 4: Explore day - This includes the opportunity to learn about what we do, network with current Graduates and find out about what a career at Frazer-Nash has to offer. You will be asked to complete an interview and presentation/task as part of the day.

Step 5: Decision/Feedback - You will receive feedback even if we do not make the decision to offer you the job or progress you to the next stage.

Here's What We Offer

• The opportunity to join and learn with a team that’s both enthusiastic and encouraging.
• An attractive salary: £33,000 + £2,000 joining bonus
• 25 days holiday + the opportunity to buy 5 days.
• A company that has its heart in the right place and a welcoming work culture.
• Hybrid working with adaptability around life outside of work.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private healthcare membership + wellbeing support.
• Bonus scheme linked into company performance.
• Support and mentoring on route to achieving professional accreditation.
• Paid membership fees to a professional institution.
• Early career teams and office socials.

And a whole host more...