Graduate Project Manager

Graduate Project Manager - Highways Sector

Location:

Durham
Type:
Full-Time Graduate / Entry-Level
Sector:
Highways & Infrastructure

About the Role
We are looking for a motivated and organised Graduate Project Manager to join our growing highways and infrastructure team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in the highways sector and develop into a fully trained Project Manager working on National Highways contracts.
You do not need to hold a Civil Engineering degree to apply. We welcome candidates from a range of backgrounds including Construction Management, Project Management, Business Management, or individuals with relevant coordination, programme, or infrastructure experience who are highly organised and eager to learn.
This role is designed for someone with strong communication and organisational skills who wants to be developed through structured training, mentoring, and hands-on project delivery experience.

Key Responsibilities
Support Project Managers in the delivery of highways and infrastructure projects
Assist with planning programmes, schedules, and project documentation
Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, clients, and internal teams
Monitor project progress, actions, and deadlines
Support commercial, health & safety, and compliance processes
Attend site meetings and contribute to project reporting
Help manage project records, trackers, and contract documentation
Learn and understand National Highways standards, procedures, and contract requirements
Develop knowledge of highways maintenance, renewals, and infrastructure delivery

What We're Looking For
Degree or qualification in Construction Management, Project Management, Business, Civil Engineering, or similar
Alternatively, relevant experience in project coordination, construction, infrastructure, utilities, or programme support
Strong organisational and time management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Good IT skills including Microsoft Office and Excel
Eagerness to learn and develop within the highways industry
Ability to work both independently and within a team
Full UK driving licence preferred

What We Offer
Structured training and career development
Mentoring from experienced highways professionals
Opportunity to work towards managing National Highways contracts
Exposure to major infrastructure projects
Clear progression pathway within the business
Competitive salary and benefits package

Ideal Candidate
This role would suit a graduate or junior professional who is organised, proactive, and keen to develop a career in project management within the highways sector. We are looking for someone with the right attitude and willingness to learn - technical highways experience can be taught through our development programme.