Location
Annesley, Nottingham / Dorchester with Poole travel / Rickmansworth / Keighley, Yorkshire

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Starting salary of £31,000

About the Role
Become a part of the UK's top-rated construction and civil engineering graduate programme, recognised as the No.1 choice for graduates by TheJobCrowd and winner of the Environmental and Ethical Awareness category. Our Graduate Development Programme offers a rich, hands-on experience where you will develop your technical skills, grow your network and gain professional qualifications if you choose. You will work with some of the best people in the industry in a full-time role, starting an exciting and rewarding career where you will be enabled to add value to society.

This role is available for a September 2026 start, with the possibility of an earlier start date to suit yourself and the business. As part of the graduate programme, you will be expected to work in and around the advertised locations, with potential travel to other projects and locations in the future, which may include staying away from home.

Galliford Try is a leading construction company aiming to improve the UK's built environment and deliver lasting change in the communities we work in. We cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential, emphasising health, safety and wellbeing through our 'Be Well' programme, which offers gym discounts and support for various wellbeing topics. Motivated and enthusiastic individuals are invited to join us in making a meaningful difference.

Our development programme lasts two years and runs alongside your permanent job, covering seven modules designed to enhance your interpersonal and leadership skills, complementing the hands-on technical experience gained in your role. If you choose to pursue professional qualifications, we will fully fund them and provide a dedicated mentor. The programme concludes with a celebration and a promotion to the next stage of your career.

Additional benefits include a company car or car benefit scheme (role dependent), 28 days holiday excluding bank holidays (increasing with years of service) with an option to purchase additional holiday, private medical insurance, two paid volunteering days per year, an agile working programme, and a range of other benefits such as Save as You Earn share purchase scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced maternity and paternity leave, pension scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, and discounts on favourite brands and holidays.

Experience
Applications are invited from graduates who are passionate about the industry and have achieved, or are on track to achieve, a Bachelor's or Master's degree in mechanical engineering or a similar discipline prior to September 2026.

About you
- A collaborator: You work and communicate effectively with people at different levels, providing valuable input into key projects.
- A problem-solver: You consider potential solutions from all angles, bringing ideas and solutions to the table.
- A self-starter: You take ownership of your tasks and projects and are motivated to improve and develop your skills.
- An adapter: You have a flexible approach to work, able to adapt to new circumstances or changes in plans and positively change direction when needed.
- An inquisitor: You are naturally curious, asking questions to learn and understand more.

Qualifications
A full UK driving licence (or currently learning, with the expectation to obtain a full UK driving licence by 7th September 2026) is essential. Eligibility to live and work in the UK without restriction is also required.