Graduate Business Manager - Lincolnshire - 2026

Balfour; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking a Business Management Graduate to join their Early Career development program. This opportunity allows you to oversee various aspects of a construction firm, including budgeting and resource planning, while developing essential leadership skills in a supportive environment. The program focuses on formal training, practical experience, and career progression, making it an ideal start for graduates looking to build a successful career. Join a community committed to your professional growth.

Benefits

Tailored support

Great salary and benefits

Community of like-minded individuals

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in a relevant field.
• Formal training and on-the-job learning included.
• Focus on career progression and growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee different aspects of running a construction company.
• Gain experience in various business management tasks.
• Develop leadership skills in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Skills

Team coordination

Problem solving

Budgeting

Resource planning

Leadership skills

Education

Minimum 2:2 Honours degree

Job description

About The Role

We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK’s largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.

Have you graduated recently or are graduating soon? Are you keen to start your career with one of the UK’s biggest construction companies? If you're searching for a graduate program that not only fosters your personal development but also offers a chance to collaborate with fellow graduates, Balfour Beatty is the perfect employer for you.

If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, ‘I helped build that’ then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together.

BElong at Balfour Beatty and join our Early Career development programme.

What you’ll be doing

As a Business Management Graduate, your job will oversee different aspects of running a construction company – from budgeting and resource planning to team coordination. You’ll gain experience in various business management tasks like problem solving and develop your leadership skills within a fast‑paced, hands‑on environment.

Who we’re looking for

For Graduates with a degree in a relevant field, our programme offers formal training and on‑the‑job learning, with a strong focus on career progression and growth opportunities. It’s designed to help you transition into your chosen field and build a successful career path. To be eligible, you must obtain a minimum 2:2 Honours degree before starting the role.

Why work for us

Kickstart your career at Balfour Beatty, where you’ll join our Early Careers development programme and receive tailored support from day one. You’ll join a community of likeminded individuals whilst developing essential career and life skills. Alongside a great salary and benefits package, you’ll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job—it's a pathway to a promising future.