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Commercial Graduate

Job Introduction

Join the Commercial Team at Gleeson!

Are you ready to shape the future of construction and design? 

At Gleeson, our Commercial Team is at the heart of relationship management, procurement and cost control. Ensuring that projects are achieved on time and within the agreed budget.

We’re looking for passionate, creative, and skilled individuals; with a keen eye for detail to join our dynamic environment.

What We Do

Our Commercial Team focuses on:

  • Cost Control: Producing and maintaining project budgets and controlling expenditures.
  • Contract Placement: Procuring and placing contracts to Subcontractors and Suppliers, adhering to Gleeson Standard Terms and Conditions.
  • Commercial Support: Providing expert insights to overcome challenges.

What you’ll be doing….

You’ll be part of a two-year graduate programme, specialising in Commercial but gaining exposure into different business areas.

In the first 6 months, you will join your chosen discipline, settle in and genuinely contribute and make a difference within the team. Following this, you will begin three rotational placements aligned to your chosen specialised area. Each of these placements will last 3 months, giving you an insight into the wider business and how we build homes – change lives. Once you have completed the placements you will return to your original team, where you will work on more in depth projects, giving you opportunities to enhance the skills already gained and prepare for the challenges of your next role. 

Your growth and development is important to us – throughout the two-year programme, you will have a dedicated mentor, and attend Leadership and Business workshops which have been designed to equip you with the right skills, knowledge and behaviours to build a successful career. These development workshops include; Self-awareness, Leadership, Communication, Project and Change Management

Why Join Us?

  • Cutting-Edge Projects: Be part of industry-leading developments that make a tangible difference to local communities.
  • Growth Opportunities: Build your career with comprehensive training and clear progression paths.
  • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a talented team of professionals who value innovation and teamwork.
  • Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a rewarding package, bonuses, and more.
    • Salary - £27,000 - £30,000 starting salary depending on location
    • Enhanced Leave – 26 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) and ability to buy and sell annual leave. 
    • Pension & Bonus – Enhanced company pension and annual bonus
    • Financial Savings – Discounts on a variety of huge brands

What you’ll need….

  • Minimum 2:1 degree, or equivalent; ideally in a related subject but not essential. If you don’t have a related degree you’ll need to demonstrate a passion for the industry and outline your transferrable skills.
  • To be passionate with energy and enthusiasm to learn and deliver successes
  • To be resilient and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong Communication skills and be able to build positive working relationships 

Next steps….

  • Stage 1 - Complete your application today
  • Stage 2 - If successful, you’ll be invited to submit a short video application
  • Stage 3 – If successful, you’ll be invited to attend a group assessment centre

Job offers from April onwards, and you’ll start with us on programme for an engaging group induction at the start of September.  

Apply today and be part of building a better tomorrow.

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