Build Homes That Matter
Construction Delivery Graduate Programme | £27,300 + Bonus | Manchester
Want to solve the UK housing crisis while building a fantastic career? Read on.
We're the UK's largest housing provider because we're actually trying to solve a problem that matters. If you want to spend two years mastering construction delivery whilst working on projects that change people's lives, this is it.
Here's What You Need to Know
Your work affects 360,000+ people across England Help deliver 50,000+ new homes over the next decade Act as client representative on £10-50M+ developments Ensure quality, safety, and client assurance throughout project lifecycles
Why This Isn't Your Average Grad Scheme
You'll be part of the action from the start - managing live construction projects as a client representative, coordinating contractors, and ensuring high-quality new homes are delivered on time and budget with full client assurance.
Two-Year Structured Programme
Develop deep construction delivery expertise:
Year 1: Be integral to Development Delivery Teams meeting safety, quality, and planning objectives Work collaboratively across Development, Commercial, and Housing teams Use Pamwin and appraisal software to monitor financial performance Prepare Project Briefs and appoint architects and consultants Drive customer focus to maintain 5-star builder status
Year 2: Build relationships with Local Authorities, Developer Partners, and stakeholders Manage relationships with solicitors, consultants, and contractors Take handover of projects and deliver from contract to completion Undertake project management within time, cost, and quality constraints Ensure construction quality meets Clarion's requirements
Proper Career Investment Full RICS support Monthly Regular sessions with 10 other graduates Part of an established programme (now in its 7th year with 75% of graduates still here after 6 years) Mentorship from former graduates who've walked your path Strong performance opens doors to permanent roles in Construction Delivery
What You'll Actually Be Doing
Real Responsibilities: Managing construction projects as client representative within time, cost, and quality constraints Coordinating architects, consultants, and contractors Monitoring project budgets and programme delivery Ensuring build quality meets our requirements as a client developer, in accordance with our contracts Continuing client assurance through the life of the project Building relationships with Local Authorities and developer partners
Do You Fit?
What We're Looking For: 2:1 degree minimum in Construction Management or construction related fields Work experience (internships, part-time jobs, placements all count) Ambition to actually make a difference
You'll Thrive Here If You're passionate about construction delivery and project management You like solving complex problems with no obvious answer You're comfortable managing multiple stakeholders and contractors You can handle pressure, setbacks, and changing priorities You want real responsibility from the start
The Package
Manchester: £27,300 + bonus | City centre | Season ticket loan
Everyone Gets:
25-33 days holiday (increases over time) & holiday trading scheme 10% pension matching & life assurance (4x salary) Up to 5% annual bonus Wellbeing day in your birthday month Flexible benefits (1% of salary for gym, dental, health screening) & discounts with 700+ retailers Season ticket loans One professional membership per year paid for Work that actually matters
The Timeline
Apply by: 30th April 2026 Interviews: May 2026 Assessment Centre: June 2026 (London, Camden head office)
Ready? Apply now.
Clarion Housing Group is the UK's largest housing association. We're committed to diversity - everyone is welcome here.
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