GRAHAM Academy - Trainee Site Engineer (Apprenticeship)

To achieve a Higher Apprenticeship qualification.

Job Summary

As GRAHAM continues to grow and develop, we’re looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our Building Division as a Trainee Site Engineer. This is your chance to be part of a company that’s shaping the future of the built environment and investing in yours.

GRAHAM Academy

Turn your interest in our exciting industry into a fantastic career opportunity with GRAHAM.

As a Site Engineer, you’ll work at the heart of operations to make sure everything is built safely, accurately, and to the highest quality, you’ll gain hands-on experience, structured training, and the support of experienced professionals.

At GRAHAM, we invest in your growth, giving you the tools, mentoring, and opportunities to connect your learning with real-world impact. You’ll build technical expertise and confidence on site, while developing the communication and leadership skills.

This is your chance to launch a rewarding career, where no two days are the same, every project makes a visible difference, and your future in construction can really take shape.

Responsibilities include:

Ensure Health, Safety and Environmental requirements are adhered to
Undertake Surveying and setting out duties
Check drawings and quantities
Assist in scheduling of materials
Plan the work and efficiently organise site operations in order to meet an agreed programme of deadlines
Liaise with any consultants and sub-contracts engaged in the project as necessary
Ensure quality records necessary to meet quality requirements are maintained
Resolve any unexpected technical difficulties and other problems that may arise
Arrange testing of materials
Undertake the testing and calibration of instruments used
Keep a Site Diary
Liaise with other function/departmental managers
Introduce improvements and innovation where appropriate to areas of responsibility
Other duties as required by the Site Manager to facilitate construction of the works
Fully interact with other members of the construction site team

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.

Requirements:

Technical Competencies

Essential

Currently studying, or planning to enrol on, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline.
Demonstrate strong communication skills.
Strong IT skills.
Right to work in the UK.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Willing to work throughout the Midlands

Desirable:

An appreciation of Health & Safety practices.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Previous work experience specifically in Construction industry.
Able to demonstrate problem solving.

Behavioural Competencies

Essential

Commercial Awareness: show willingness to build a strong business acumen combined with the creativity and vision to meet customer needs and GRAHAM business requirements.
Effective Communication skills: Able to adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports. 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 the real, underlying needs of the customer, beyond those initially expressed. Always works closely with customers, developing an independent view of their needs and acting in their 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. Ability to 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 honesty, loyalty and commitment.
Negotiation: Ability to negotiate with both subcontractors and representatives of the Employer to ensure all contractual rights and obligations are realised and protected.

GRAHAM routes to becoming a Site Engineer

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.