Graduate Project Manager

You will work within the Project Management Office (PMO) gaining practical experience across strategic project delivery, governance, planning, reporting, change and stakeholder engagement. The role will support the PMO and business leaders on live strategic projects, building a strong understanding of how BUUK turns business priorities into structured delivery and measurable outcomes. The role will be fully supported by the PMO team.
Your key responsibilities are
Undertake tasks or projects that will give practical experience of delivery across BUUK.
Work with the team to support the planning, coordination and delivery of strategic projects across the BUUK.
Contribute to projects and actively support successful delivery through analysis, coordination, reporting and follow-up activities.
Produce clear updates, dashboards and meeting packs to support decision-making.
Develop knowledge of project management methodologies, change management, business case development and benefits tracking.
Support the business with raising requests for change, providing support and guidance on PMO processes.

Degree (or equivalent) in a business, technical, or STEM related subject.
Experience/Knowledge
IT proficiency.
Strong interest in project management, business change, process improvement, governance and stakeholder engagement.
Ability to work with information, data and project documentation in a structured and accurate way.
An appetite to learn how cross-functional teams deliver change in complex, multi-stakeholder environments.
Abilities/Skills
Excellent team working skills.
Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, ability to listen and build rapport with diverse set of colleagues.
Ability to work to timescale, manage priorities and remain organised.
Enthusiastic, determined to succeed and confident to ask questions, seek feedback and learn quickly.
Desirable
Experience working on and delivering projects.
Face to face presentation skills and ability to adapt communication to the needs of the audience.

At BUUK Infrastructure, our vision is to be the leading utility partner to accelerate the UK towards net zero for all our customers. Our group of companies has been the major drive for change and innovation over 30 years.
We provide a supportive environment that is committed to enabling our people to be the best - ensuring they feel proud to be themselves and part of BUUK Infrastructure.
We are looking for a Graduate Project Manager who would like to help us reach our mission to "earn customer loyalty and drive business growth by providing consistently excellent service"., What can you expect from us
Cost of living annual pay review.
Company pension contributions up to 10% if employees contribute 5%.
33 days holiday including bank holidays with the ability to purchase an additional 2 weeks.
Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay.
To say thank you, each time you successfully refer someone you will receive a referral payment of £1000 (net of tax).
Hybrid working for eligible roles.
Development opportunities to reach your career aspirations.
BUUK has an award-winning culture. We care about your wellbeing and safety as we all deserve the right to go home safe, every day. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, we respect each other and advocate for equity, diversity and inclusion in all we do.
Research shows that women and people from different underrepresented backgrounds often only apply for a job if they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If you would like to be a part of our team and you meet many, but not all our requirements for this role, please apply. You can also ask us about flexible working options.
Please note we reserve the right to close the role early. Therefore, if you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
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