GRAHAM Academy - Assistant Planner; Graduate Interior Fit

Northern Ireland, United Kingdom | Posted on 13/10/2026

Job Summary At GRAHAM, we are committed to developing future talent. As our Interior Fit-Out Division continues to grow, we have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Planner to join our team in Northern Ireland. As a Graduate Planner, you'll gain valuable hands‑on experience supporting the planning and delivery of fast‑paced fit‑out and refurbishment projects across a range of sectors. Working alongside experienced Planners, Project Managers, and site teams, you'll develop your understanding of how projects are programmed, coordinated, and successfully delivered from inception through to completion.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to build on your academic studies through practical project experience, structured development, and mentoring from experienced professionals. You'll develop technical, digital, and problem‑solving skills while gaining exposure to industry‑leading planning tools and construction methodologies. If you're passionate about construction, technology, and project delivery, this is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career with GRAHAM.

• Support the Planning Team in analysing tender information and preparing tender programmes.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of project master programmes.
• Support the analysis of labour, plant, and resource requirements.
• Assist in the evaluation of construction methods, sequencing, and delivery strategies.
• Support the preparation of project preliminaries, procurement schedules, and information release schedules.
• Assist in monitoring project progress and the performance of subcontractor packages against programme milestones.
• Attend and contribute to client meetings and collaborative subcontractor planning workshops.
• Support the coordination, distribution, and communication of project programmes to key stakeholders.
• Maintain planning records, progress updates, and production control information.
• Work closely with project teams to identify risks, opportunities, and programme improvements.
• Contribute to the effective day‑to‑day operation of the Planning Department while developing planning knowledge and skills.

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.

We offer a two year programme which focuses on developing your technical and interpersonal skills. In addition, a structured, mentored training programme, aligned to a recognised professional qualification, will set you on the pathway to chartership. Through early responsibility you’ll learn quickly on challenging projects with the opportunity for fast track career advancement.

• The closing date for applications will be Friday 8th January 2027.
• Interviews will commence in February 2027.
• Successful candidates will be notified in March 2027.
• All successful applicants will join the business by September 2027, with some opportunities to start earlier where possible.

• Degree qualified (or due to graduate) in Construction Management, Architectural Technology, Construction Engineering, Project Management, or a related built environment discipline.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Good analytical and problem‑solving ability.
• Interest in developing a career within construction planning and project delivery.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Full UK…