Graduate Project Manager

Launch your career with Gleeds - a global consultancy shaping the future of the built environment.

We're looking to bring onboard our 2026 graduate project managers in our Cardiff office. If you're looking for a place that champions your growth, supports your journey to full qualification, and gives you the chance to work on world‑class projects, then the Gleeds construct graduate programme is where your future begins.

At Gleeds, we believe in creating long‑term relationships with not only our clients, but our people as well. We have a proven track record of supporting our graduates as they grow, helping them become the best version of themselves both professionally and personally – creating a workplace that is efficient, inclusive, and fun to be a part of.

• Real project experience
• Support and guidance from industry experts
• Professional reviews and development support
• Full backing to achieve chartered status (RICS, CIOB, APM, and more)

• Full financial support for accreditation costs
• Help with paperwork and application processes
• Access to industry‑recognised training
• Depending on your role, you'll work towards chartered status with leading professional bodies such as RICS, CIOB, APM, and more.

Ready to launch your career in project management? At Gleeds, you'll work on projects and programmes that shape the built environment while learning from some of the best in the industry. From day one, you'll be part of the action – supporting senior Project and Programme Managers to deliver high‑quality services that exceed client expectations.

Our project managers oversee the entire construction process – from planning to handover – making sure everything runs smoothly, stays on time, and stays within budget. They keep all the project team members (contractors, consultants, and clients) in sync.

• Planning:
  Set project goals, scope, and timelines.
• Team coordination:
  Lead and align architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Budget management:
  Work with quantity surveyors to control costs and avoid overspending.
• Scheduling:
  Keep the project on track and address delays early.
• Quality and compliance:
  Ensure work meets standards and regulations.
• Communication:
  Keep clients informed with updates, reports, and meetings.

• Supporting Project and Programme Managers in delivering high‑quality services that meet client requirements
• Ensuring all project deliverables comply with business procedures and standards
• Assisting with the administration of contracts (as Contract Administrator, Employer's Agent, or Project Manager)
• Preparing and presenting reports, documents, and updates to clients
• Contributing to bid preparation and business development activities
• Checking that all quantitative and financial information is independently verified and maintaining records of those checks

• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Confidence with MS Office tools
• Enthusiasm, adaptability, and a team mindset
• Right to live and work in the UK
• Full Licence with own transport
• You'll be working towards, or have already completed, a degree or master's (by August 2026) in one of the following disciplines:
  Project Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, Real Estate, Law, Geography, History, English, Architecture or Engineering
• Whether your degree is in the built environment or another field, we welcome your application – what matters most is your passion for the discipline and your ambition to grow.
• You'll be friendly, proactive, and confident – someone who enjoys working with others and will fit naturally into our centrally based team.
• If you're looking to build a long‑term career with a company that values social impact and provides regular networking and team events, this could be the perfect place for you.

If this sounds like you, we'd be delighted to receive your application and support you on your journey to becoming a fully accredited member of the Gleeds team.