BuildForward Graduate Programme

About Build Forward

Build Forward is TSL’s international early careers development programme designed to support graduates as they transition from education into long‑term careers within construction, engineering and business operations environments. Graduates join TSL in full‑time entry‑level or junior roles and gain structured exposure, mentoring, development support and hands‑on experience across live projects and business functions.

As a Build Forward Graduate, you will become part of a dynamic international team and gain exposure to real projects, operational environments and experienced professionals across the business. For the September 2026 UK intake, the initial graduate opportunities are expected to focus primarily on the following areas:

• Design / BIM / Digital Construction
• Construction / Project Delivery
• Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management
• Smart Parc and related project environments

The programme is designed for ambitious graduates who are eager to develop practical experience, contribute to real business outcomes and build long‑term careers within a fast‑paced project environment.

• Support live projects and operational teams
• Participate in coordination meetings and project activities
• Assist with technical, commercial or operational tasks
• Work with experienced professionals across different disciplines
• Contribute to reporting, planning and project delivery activities
• Gain exposure to project lifecycle processes
• Participate in structured learning and development activities
• Build practical experience within international project environments

For the September 2026 UK intake, we are particularly interested in graduates with educational backgrounds aligned to the following areas:

• Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Construction Management / Project Delivery
• Design / BIM / Digital Construction
• Architecture and Built Environment disciplines
• Quantity Surveying / Commercial Management

Candidates with qualifications aligned to construction, engineering, project delivery, industrial, manufacturing, logistics or similar operational environments are also encouraged to apply.

We are looking for ambitious, curious and motivated individuals who are eager to learn, develop practical capability and build long‑term careers within fast‑paced construction, engineering and project delivery environments.

Successful candidates should be comfortable working in dynamic team environments and demonstrate a proactive attitude toward growth, collaboration and contribution. Most importantly, we are looking for people who demonstrate:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Initiative, accountability and willingness to take ownership
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn
• Positive attitude, adaptability and resilience
• Strong problem‑solving mindset
• Motivation to contribute, develop and grow within the business

• Structured development and mentoring
• Exposure to international projects and teams
• Hands‑on practical experience
• Networking and learning opportunities
• Opportunities for long‑term growth within TSL

TSL is an equal opportunity employer.