Graduate Programme 2026 - Project Management and Project Controls - ManchesterCompany Description

Turner and Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner and Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com

Job Description

Our 24-month Graduate Development Programme (GDP) provides you with a learning environment to help you become a well-rounded consultant and launch your career. From day one, you’ll dive into the heart of Turner and Townsend, building your internal networks and deepening your understanding of our industry and service area. This is your chance to develop industry knowledge that goes beyond textbooks and lectures. A dedicated Graduate Development Manager will guide you, providing support and ensuring you’re on the right track.

Our learning approach goes beyond traditional on-the-job training. You’ll benefit from a blend of technical and behavioural training, learning from peers and experienced professionals. We offer opportunities to pursue professional qualifications with esteemed institutions.

At Turner and Townsend, our project professionals are driving positive change for clients, communities, and industries. Working in project management or project controls, you’ll thrive in complex environments and help deliver some of the world’s most impactful programmes. You’ll gain experience across a variety of roles and sectors, including infrastructure, government, health, education, energy, commercial development, data centres, life sciences, and defence.

You’ll Be Involved In

Managing project delivery and client commitments

Developing project documentation and schedules

Supporting procurement, risk, change, and governance processes

Working across different stages of the project lifecycle, from business case to delivery

You’ll also have the opportunity to work towards professional qualifications with the Association for Project Management (APM), such as the APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ), the APM Project Professional Qualification (PPQ), and potentially Chartered Project Professional (ChPP) status. In certain teams, you may pursue qualifications with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), depending on your role and career path.

What We Value In Our Graduates

Passion: A genuine interest in the built environment and the construction industry, including both infrastructure and real estate.

Client Focus: A strong desire to deliver excellent service and uphold our commitment to quality.

Sustainability Awareness: Motivated to contribute to a more sustainable future in construction.

Analytical Thinking: Ability to approach problems logically and develop analytical and problem-solving skills.

Data Fluency: Comfortable working with data and presenting insights clearly.

Drive: Motivation to contribute to successful delivery of projects and programmes.

Self-Awareness: Willingness to recognise development needs and commit to ongoing learning.

What You’ll Gain

Sector Exposure: Broaden knowledge across sectors such as real estate, infrastructure, advisory, defence, and energy and natural resources while developing skills to provide commercial, strategic, and analytical advice to clients.

Client and Team Engagement: Opportunities to work with colleagues and clients to drive positive social and environmental change, encourage innovation and create a sustainable energy future.

Tailored Development: A personalised training plan to grow skills and track progress.

Technical Training: Access to our Technical Training Academy to deepen professional expertise and prepare for future challenges.

Supportive Culture: A collaborative environment that supports your development and career growth.

Global Opportunity: The chance to join a high-performing, global professional services firm known for resilience and adaptability.

Purpose-Driven Work: Contributions to sustainability, innovation, inclusivity, wellbeing, and community impact.

Benefits

25 Days annual leave

Buy and Sell annual leave

Corporate Gym Membership

Cycle scheme

Pension

Other Requirements

In some regional roles, the ability to drive may be necessary due to the location of client offices. To be considered for roles in the Defence arena, you will need to pass both a Baseline Personnel Security Standard check and UKSV SC clearance. This process will begin once you’ve accepted an offer and confirmed your willingness to undergo the checks. SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, where applicable.

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