Integrated Programme Controls Graduate - Birmingham, Glasgow, London or Manchester (2026 starts)

AECOM Corporation; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking STEM graduates for an Integrated Programme Controls Graduate role. This entry-level position involves supporting project controls across various sectors. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field and possess strong IT, communication, and problem-solving skills. The role offers exposure to project lifecycle management and high-profile clients in a collaborative environment. Permanent right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Graduates must hold a minimum 2.1 degree or equivalent in a STEM discipline.
• Membership of a professional body is desirable.
• Relevant work experience is an advantage but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support project controls by preparing and monitoring schedules.
• Monitor planned and actual spend, and create estimates to complete.
• Assist in the development of performance measurement plans.
• Support change control and governance processes.
• Contribute to data analytics and quality initiatives.
• Collaborate on risk management and reporting.
• Maintain project plans and schedules.
• Assist with budgeting and cost control activities.

Skills

Proficient IT skills, especially MS Office and Microsoft Project

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong presentation and negotiation skills

Organisational and problem-solving skills

Ability to learn new systems and technology

Team player and able to work independently

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM discipline

Membership of a relevant professional body

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Microsoft Project

Job description

Integrated Programme Controls Graduate – Birmingham, Glasgow, London or Manchester (2026 starts)

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world. We invite STEM graduates to join our Buildings and Places team and work within the Integrated Programme Controls (IPC) Team to develop innovative project controls solutions across the UK.

Job Description

As a Graduate in the IPC Team you will support projects in a range of sectors, including Rail, Aviation, Highways, Water, Power, Defence, Pharmaceutical and Real Estate. Your work will span the entire project lifecycle – from identifying needs and cost planning to procurement, construction and building use – giving you exposure to high‑profile clients and multidisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support robust project controls by preparing, updating, and monitoring schedules and status reports.
• Monitor and report on planned spend, actual spend and estimates to complete.
• Assist in the development and updating of performance measurement and earned value plans.
• Support change control management, governance of the Control account, and corrective action processes.
• Contribute to data analytics, including collection, analysis, dashboard development, and data quality initiatives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on risk management, developing risk frameworks, monitoring, and reporting.
• Maintain accurate, robust project plans and schedules, including critical path monitoring and milestone tracking.
• Assist with cost control activities such as budgeting, forecasting, cost model development, and cost‑saving identification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a STEM discipline (minimum 2.1 or equivalent).
• Membership of a relevant professional body (desirable).
• Relevant work experience is advantageous but not essential.

Key Skills and Experience

• Proficient IT skills, especially MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Microsoft Project.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage clients and consultants.
• Strong presentation, negotiation, organisational, problem‑solving, decision‑making, and time‑management skills.
• High aptitude for learning new systems and technology.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.

Security Clearance

Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK. All candidates will undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) as required.

Additional Information

Applications are considered on a rolling basis. Please submit a cover letter, a copy of your CV, and all predicted/obtained academic grades. Permanent right to work in the UK or Ireland is required – visa sponsorship is not available. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equal Opportunity

AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are a Disability Confident Employer and will offer a reasonable accommodation interview scheme to qualified applicants with disabilities or long‑term conditions. For more information, contact [e-mail].