GRAHAM Academy – Assistant Site Engineer (Graduate)

About The Role

Division: Build
Location: Midlands
Contract Type: Permanent
Benefits: Car Allowance, Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, 35 days holiday + more

As GRAHAM continues to grow and develop, we’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Building Division as an Assistant Site Engineer. This is your chance to be part of a company that’s shaping the future of the built environment and investing in yours.

As an Assistant Site Engineer, you’ll work at the heart of operations to make sure everything is built safely, accurately, and to the highest quality. Perfect for a recent graduate, this role provides the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge in a practical environment while benefiting from structured training, mentoring, and exposure to a variety of construction projects.

At GRAHAM, we invest in your growth, giving you the tools, mentoring, and opportunities to connect your learning with real-world impact. You’ll build technical expertise and confidence on site, while developing the communication and leadership skills.

This is your chance to launch a rewarding career, where no two days are the same, every project makes a visible difference, and your future in construction can really take shape.

Job Description: You will:

• Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are adhered to
• Undertake Surveying and setting out duties
• Check drawings and quantities
• Assist in scheduling of materials
• Plan the work and efficiently organise site operations in order to meet an agreed programme of deadlines.
• Liaise with any consultants and sub-contracts engaged in the project as necessary
• Ensure quality records necessary to meet quality requirements are maintained
• Resolve any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise
• Arrange testing of materials
• Undertake the testing and calibration of instruments used
• Keep a Site Diary
• Fully interact with other members of the construction site team
• Liaise with other function/departmental managers
• Introduce improvements and innovation where appropriate to areas of responsibility
• Other duties as required by the Site Manager to facilitate construction of the works

Technical Competencies Essential

• Hold a degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Demonstrate an understanding of construction management practices
• Demonstrate strong communication skills
• Full UK Driving License
• Strong IT Skills Desirable
• An appreciation of Health & Safety practices.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Previous work experience specifically in Construction industry.
• Able to demonstrate problem solving.

Personal Specification 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.
• 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.
• 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 Engineer
Graduates
We offer a two year programme which focuses on developing your technical and interpersonal skills. In addition, a structured, mentored training programme, aligned to a recognised professional qualification, will set you on the pathway to chartership. Through early responsibility you’ll learn quickly on challenging projects with the opportunity for fast track career advancement.

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.

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 third 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.