Project Management Graduate Programme

Project Management Graduate Programme

Location:

Devonport, Plymouth, GB, PL1 4SG
Bristol, GB, BS3 2HQ
Gloucester, GB, GL51 6SP
Helensburgh, GB, G84 8HL
Warrington, GB, WA3 6YD
Bristol, GB, BS16 1EJ

Onsite or Hybrid:
On Site

Project Management Graduate Programme

Salary: Minimum £35,000. Salary is dependent on location, role and qualifications.

Location:

We offer placements in a variety of locations, including Plymouth, Bristol, Warrington and Staverton (Gloucestershire) in England, and HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland.

Role : 74514

What will you do on the programme?

Project Management at Babcock is all about making things happen. Whether you're supporting the design and manufacture of cutting-edge technology, coordinating large-scale infrastructure upgrades or helping teams meet critical deadlines, you'll be right at the heart of it.

You'll get to work on a wide variety of projects across different parts of the business. One month you could be helping to shape the delivery plan for a major defence programme, the next, you might be managing risks, supporting a bid, or gathering updates from colleagues in engineering, finance or procurement. All of which will help you build the confidence, awareness and practical skills needed to grow into a successful project manager.

Whatever the challenge, you'll learning how to keep complex work on track. You'll also start building strong relationships with people across the business, developing the kind of network that will support you for years to come.

How is the programme structured?

This is a two-year programme built around four six-month placements across the UK. You'll move between different sectors and locations, discover how each part of the business operates and see how it all connects. Over the course of your placements, you could find yourself working supporting teams in our Marine, Nuclear or Land sectors.

It's a chance to see the bigger picture, build a broad skillset and find out where your strengths lie, giving you a great launchpad for your future career.

As you progress, you'll take on more responsibility and work towards formal qualifications through the Association for Project Management. You'll be supported to complete both your PFQ (Project Fundamentals Qualification) and your PMQ (Project Management Qualification) and apply what you learn directly to live projects.

How do we develop and support you?

From day one, you'll receive structured support and dedicated mentorship to help you excel throughout your programme and beyond. You'll join our Graduate Development Programme, featuring expert-led masterclasses on communication, personal branding, resilience, and wellbeing.

To help you progress toward Chartered status with the Association for Project Management, we offer full guidance and cover all associated fees.

What's waiting for you after the programme?

Once you've completed the programme, you'll move into a substantive role within our Project Management discipline, as an Assistant Project Manager – ready to take on new challenges and build on everything you've learned.

From there, your development doesn't stop. We'll support you as you grow into more senior roles and take on greater responsibility. Through the Babcock Role Framework, you'll have a clear view of how your career can progress, with mapped-out pathways, development opportunities and the tools you need to get wherever you want to go.

What rewards and benefits will you get?

We want you to feel supported, valued and excited about what's ahead. That's why we offer a comprehensive package designed to support your development, your wellbeing and your life outside of work too.

In addition to a minimum starting salary of £35,000, you'll benefit from:

• A minimum of 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
• Generous pension and employee share schemes
• Flexible benefits, including cycle to work scheme, discounts
• Wellbeing support, covering mental, physical, financial, and social wellbeing, with services like our Employee Assistance Programme, digital GP service, and health checks.

You'll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities.

What do you need to apply?

• You'll need to have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a 2:2 or above in any degree. We're particularly looking for graduates in project management, but we also welcome applicants with a strong interest in the field and transferable skills such as problem solving, leadership and teamwork.
• Many of our programmes are subject to…