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GRAHAM Academy - Trainee Site Manager (Graduate Apprenticeship) - Glasgow

Glasgow
£17k – £32k/yr
Posted about 7 hours ago
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About The Role

Job Title: Trainee Site Manager (Graduate Apprenticeship) - Glasgow

DIVISION: Build

LOCATION: Glasgow

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent

SALARY: £17,000 - £32,000 per annum

BENEFITS:

  • Car Allowance
  • Subsidised Private Medical Cover
  • Life Assurance Scheme
  • Living away from home allowance (where appropriate)
  • Contributory Pension
  • 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)

Job Summary

At GRAHAM, we are seeking an enthusiastic Trainee Site Manager to join our Construction team. Supporting the delivery of a range of building projects across sectors such as commercial, residential, education, healthcare, and public sector developments, you'll work alongside experienced site professionals while studying towards a fully funded Higher Apprenticeship qualification.

You'll gain hands-on experience in health and safety management, site coordination, programme delivery, subcontractor supervision, quality assurance, and project management. Working on complex construction projects from site set-up through to completion, you'll learn how high-quality buildings are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.

This is an excellent opportunity to begin your career in construction management with a company that values integrity, innovation, and excellence. If you're passionate about construction, enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to develop your technical and leadership skills, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

  • Support the delivery of construction projects from site set-up through to completion.
  • Assist the Site Management team in coordinating subcontractors, monitoring progress, and maintaining programme targets.
  • Promote and uphold the highest standards of health, safety, environmental compliance, and quality on site.
  • Assist with the procurement and management of materials, plant, and site logistics.
  • Build effective working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and the wider project team.
  • Support project close-out activities, including snagging, testing and commissioning, and client handover.

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Trainee Site Manager 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.

Requirements

Technical Competencies

Essential

  • Currently studying, or intending to undertake, a degree-level qualification in a construction-related discipline and able to meet, or have already met, the entry requirements of the relevant training provider.
  • Demonstrate strong communication skills.
  • Strong IT skills.
  • Right to work in the UK.
  • Full UK Driving Licence.
  • Willing to work throughout Scotland

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Desirable:

  • An appreciation of Health & Safety practices.
  • Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
  • Previous exposure to the construction industry, whether through a trade background, work experience, or site-based role, would be beneficial.
  • Able to demonstrate problem solving.

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Behavioural Competencies

  • Commercial Awareness: Develops an understanding of project budgets, programme constraints, client requirements, and the commercial drivers behind successful fit-out delivery.
  • Leadership Skills: Communicates effectively and demonstrates commitment to working as part of an integrated project team.
  • Effective Communication Skills: Able to adapt communication to different audiences and produce clear written documentation under supervision. Maintains positive relationships with clients, consultants, suppliers, and colleagues while promoting the GRAHAM brand.
  • Customer Focus: Recognises the importance of understanding client needs and contributing to the delivery of high-quality interior environments that exceed expectations.
  • Influencing: Builds positive working relationships with stakeholders and demonstrates an ability to collaborate effectively to achieve project objectives.
  • Initiative: Demonstrates a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving. Seeks opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and contribute positively to project success.
  • Team Player: Works collaboratively, supports colleagues, and contributes towards achieving project and business objectives. Demonstrates integrity, commitment, and professionalism.
  • Negotiation: Shows a willingness to learn how effective coordination and communication support successful collaboration across the supply chain and project teams.

About You

GRAHAM ROUTES TO BECOMING A SITE MANAGER

TECHNICAL APPRENTICESHIP

Apprenticeships are available at a number of entry points from National 5, Highers or HNC/D awards, we are currently seeking to recruit individuals hoping to transition onto Graduate Apprenticeship, or in some cases a Modern Apprenticeship, which are offered from Level 7 to Level 11.

A Graduate Apprenticeship provides a structured pathway to develop your skills while earning a nationally recognised qualification. You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience in the workplace alongside dedicated study time, with all training costs fully funded. These programmes offer a clear route to professional body membership and can lead to rewarding careers.

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Our Commitment

At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to making our policies and guidance accessible to all applicants and employees. If you need this document in an alternative format, such as large print, audio, or braille, please contact us at:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: 07384 916355

As a Disability Confident Employer, We Guarantee An Interview To Disabled Applicants Who Meet The Minimum Essential Criteria For The Role. If You Would Like To Apply Through The Disability Confident Interview Scheme, Please Contact Louise Hunter, Resourcing Manager, At:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: 07384 916355

We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK, should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance. A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.

GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant’s experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.

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