GRAHAM Academy

GRAHAM ACADEMY – Trainee Site Manager

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)

At GRAHAM, we are committed to growth and innovation. As our business continues to expand, we are seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice Site Manager to join our Building Division. In this role, you'll be part of the site delivery team, supporting the management of fast-paced Construction projects. Under the guidance of experienced site managers, you'll gain hands-on experience in health and safety, site coordination, subcontractor management, and quality control, while working towards a fully funded, industry-recognised Higher Apprenticeship qualification.

This is a fantastic opportunity to begin your career in site management within a company that values integrity, innovation, and excellence.

If you're passionate about construction and have an eye for detail, this is your chance to build a career with purpose.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in overseeing daily on-site operations and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Work closely with the Site Management team to learn all aspects of site management including project planning, staff supervision, and quality control.
• Coordinate with various stakeholders including clients, subcontractors, and site personnel.
• Contribute to the management of project resources and materials.
• Help in maintaining accurate project documentation and site reports.
• Participate in meetings and training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills.
• Ensure that all construction activities

Personal Specifications

Technical Competencies

Essential

• Currently studying, or planning to undertake, a higher or degree-level education course in a construction-related discipline
• Strong interest in developing a career in Site Management.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Eager to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive approach with the ability to problem-solve effectively.
• Must be willing to travel throughout the UK

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of construction practices and safety regulations.
• Experience in a construction related environment
• CSCS card
• Full UK Driving Licence

Behavioural Competencies

Essential:

Commercial Awareness: relevant to the position applied for and understanding of why commercial awareness and business acumen are related and how these combine to meet customer needs and GRAHAM business requirements.

Leadership skills: Communicates well and shows commitment to work as part of a fully integrated team.

Effective Communication skills: Able to adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports under supervision. Able to maintain and manage communication links with a variety of stakeholders. Presents a professional image and promotes the Brand.

Customer Focus: Takes time to question and understand why customer needs are important and wants to forge ongoing sustainable links with customers to act in theirs and the businesses long term interest.

Influencing: Identifies and builds relationships with those who will be useful now and in the future in achieving strategic business objectives.

Initiative: Is able to work alone to get results in an effective way. Understands and seeks to minimise waste in resources and processes. Adopts and encourages others to adopt new ways of working. Demonstrate ability to eventually work unsupervised.

Team Player: Always willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives. Works collaboratively and uses influence to gain resolution of issues. Demonstrates honestly, loyalty and commitment.

Negotiation: Willingness to learn and the ability to understand negotiation skills and why these are important for all supply chain members all contractual rights and obligations are realised and protected.

About You

GRAHAM ROUTES TO BECOMING A SITE MANAGER

TECHNICAL APPRENTICESHIP

Technical Apprenticeships are available at a number of entry points from GCSE, A Level or BTEC awards, we are currently seeking to recruit individuals hoping to transition onto a Higher-Level or Degree Level Apprenticeship, which are offered from Level 4 to Level 7.

A Higher 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.

Successful candidates are expected to join the company from June 2026 onwards. This applies to those seeking graduate roles, industrial placements, or apprenticeship opportunities.

If you have any questions please contact a member of our HR team on

Our Commitment to you:

We are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people where everyone is recognised as an individual and where the richness of a diverse workforce is embraced to maximise business performance and to deliver lasting impact. The principles of Fairness, Inclusion & Respect (FIR) help create a positive team culture, a safer and healthier workplace, more innovation through diversity of ideas and a more productive workforce - everything thrives when we feel valued.

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, as we may be able to sponsor a work permit on your behalf. 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.

Please apply to our vacancy portal by uploading a comprehensive and targeted CV with your relevant experiences. Note: All applicants must complete an online monitoring form.