Graduate Project Manager

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Wood is recruiting for a Graduate Project Manager to join our Engineering and Project Management team from Summer 2026 within our Clean Energy Consulting division based in Glasgow.

As a Wood Graduate you will join a culture of innovation , pushing the boundaries of what is possible to seek the best solutions for our clients.

The Role

Wood is deeply committed to the development of its people and recognises the importance of growing a talented team of professionals with expertise in renewable energy in order to ensure the future success of the organisation and the energy sectors that we support.

As a Graduate Project Manager, you will have exposure to different parts of the Renewables Consultancy business gaining vital skills within project management and will support a portfolio of multi-disciplinary renewable energy projects typically focusing on (but not limited to) onshore wind, storage solutions and solar.

Our Clients and Projects

Within our Renewables consultancy business, we service a varied client base worldwide, including World Class private developers (major and independent), investment banks, utilities & power generation companies, pension funds, Technology Innovation and Research Centres – to name but a few. We provide value add services bespoke to the clients' requirements across; advisory services, technical specialists, project management, owners engineering through all the phases of the project lifecycle. Our specialisms across the renewables sector include; onshore and offshore wind, green hydrogen, solar, grid, storage and infrastructure. The work that we do for our clients is key to making the energy transition possible.

What we offer within our Graduate Programme:

• Technical and personal development; you will have access to a wealth of technical and personal development resources and opportunities
• Support throughout your career; you will be assigned a buddy, and departmental manager to ensure your professional development
• Rotations across relevant business areas to enhance your knowledge and experience in order to become a well-rounded Renewable Energy Consultant
• Meaningful and interesting projects; delivered to leaders of industry across the Renewable Energy sectors
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive salary with incremental increases as you progress within the graduate program
• Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
• Early Careers Network (ECN); join your peers within our ECN and have the opportunity to support and share ideas with other recent graduates across our business units
• Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Early Careers Network

You will have access to the Early Careers Network that brings together young professionals and offers continuing professional development opportunities.

Early Careers Network activities include:

• Networking opportunities
• Organised social events
• Lunch and learn sessions
• Technical and soft skills training
• Participation in STEM events
• Access to Wood's Global Developing Professionals Network

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Application Process and deadlines

• Upload your CV and enter your details to our recruitment system via the link on the advert

• Closing date for all applications will be Wednesday 24th December

• We will review applications in January

• We will then be holding screening calls throughout January/February with those candidates that fit the criteria below

• Shortlisted candidates will receive invitations to assessment centres and/or interviews in February

• Assessments will take place in February/March depending on location and discipline

You may read these details and are potentially thinking about not applying due to not having every single skill, knowledge or experience listed, and that's understandable. However, we'd still like to hear from you.. At Wood, we understand and acknowledge that everyone is different, and we are committed to equal opportunities and want to access all of the talent that is out there. We are committed to attracting a broad range of skills, knowledge and experiences and embrace differences. So even if you feel you don't have everything listed, but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills to help us unlock solutions to the world's most critical challenges….do apply.

Expected:

• A Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Management, Engineering Management or similar
• Have an eye for detail and proactive
• A good communicator who can effectively mange stakeholders
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary team environments
• The right to work in the UK
• Full UK Drivers Licence

Desirable:

• Previous experience either voluntary or work placement within a Renewable Energy environment is desirable

If all of this sounds good to you, then follow the link to apply and start your journey with Wood