Contract Project Manager jobs in United Kingdom

Job Title: Graduate Project Manager – Accelerated Development Programme

Location: Aberdeen

Starting Salary: £25,000

Start Date: Rolling intakes throughout the year

Ready to launch your career in Project Management? At Grayce, we're on a mission to fast‑track ambitious graduates into impactful careers in change and transformation. If you're looking for a role that offers responsibility, real‑world experience, and continuous development from day one, then this is it.

Our Accelerated Development Programme is built for graduates who want to dive into dynamic client projects, build their consultancy toolkit, and lead meaningful change. We work with some of the UK's biggest brands – FTSE 100 and 250 companies – and you'll be right there, helping to deliver key business projects that really make a difference.

• Supporting project delivery from planning through to execution and evaluation
• Managing timelines, resources, risks, and stakeholder communications
• Monitoring and reporting project progress to senior managers
• Helping to define scope, break down tasks and ensure everything runs smoothly
• Finding smart solutions to blockers and bottlenecks
• Learning and applying industry tools such as Critical Path Analysis, Resource Planning, and Agile or Waterfall methodology

As a Graduate Project Manager, you'll be the glue that holds the project together. A key contact who keeps everything on track, ensures everyone's aligned and communicates progress clearly to all stakeholders.

• A 2:1 or above in any undergraduate degree
• A passion for planning, problem‑solving and people
• Clear and confident communication skills
• Strong organisation and time management
• Analytical thinking with attention to detail
• Adaptability and a growth mindset – you love learning and developing new skills
• The right to work in the UK without sponsorship

• From day one, you'll be working full‑time with leading organisations – gaining experience that will set you apart
• You'll earn industry‑accredited qualifications in project management and consultancy (we fund them fully!)
• Our team of experienced mentors, delivery managers, and coaches will be there every step of the way
• Most Grayce Analysts go on to secure permanent roles with their client or grow their career in‑house at Grayce
• Join a network of like‑minded graduates and professionals. Learn together, grow together

• £25,000 starting salary, with fast‑track opportunities for salary growth
• Industry‑recognised qualifications fully funded
• Mentorship, coaching and career support
• Access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Community events, networking, and wellness initiatives

Think you're ready to take the first step into a rewarding career in project management? Apply now and start your journey with Grayce.