Graduate Design Manager

We're looking for a Graduate Design Manager to join our construction team based in Glasgow., As a Graduate Design Manager working for a leading Tier 1 Construction contractor you will be offered exposure to a wide range of projects from £10M - £90M in value across public and private sectors. You will take a role in assisting the Design Manger in ensuring design programmes and quality standards are met through the effective management of external partners, internal stakeholders and client representatives. This role is ideal for a recent graduate eager to start a career in construction design management, offering hands-on experience, mentorship from seasoned professionals, and opportunities for professional growth. Your day to day will include:

• Assisting in the management and delivery of design information in accordance with the agreed design programme and deliverable schedule.
• Working with the Design Manager to ensure that our appointed design consultants carry out their duties in line with their appointment, interrogating returns to ensure compliance with standards and brief.
• Design input at both preconstruction and construction stage of projects.
• Assessing, mitigating and managing risks connected with design
  
  Practical experience: gain valuable hands-on experience in your field.
• Skill improvement: develop technical and professional skills.
• Networking: build professional relationships and expand your network.
• Career insight: gain insights into your chosen industry and potential career paths.
What are we looking for? We're looking for people due to graduate in 2025, or have recently graduated within the past three years, with a degree in Construction Management, Architectural Technology / Construction, Civil Engineering, or a related field. The role of Graduate Design Manager is great for you if:
• Experience in a design role or interest in working in a design role with a main contractor.
• .Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Project).
• Must hold Full UK Drivers License
  
  This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on our structured graduate development programme. These programmes have been designed to provide you with the experiences and tools needed for progression within your chosen career., Kier Group is a leading UK construction and infrastructure services company, made up of different business divisions including Construction, Transportation, Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks, and Property. With a diverse range of opportunities across the country, we offer a dynamic and inclusive environment where you can launch a rewarding career. To learn more about our business and divisions, visit here., Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a high priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives, and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.