Temporary Graduate Project Management Officer (Construction)
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council
9 hours ago
Posted date9 hours ago
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Minimum levelN/A
General ManagementJob category
General ManagementJob description
Mae'r ddogfen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg / This document is also available in Welsh.
RCT Council's Graduate Programme 2026
A Graduate Placement with Award-Winning RCT Council is a step towards an excellent career
Making A Difference with RCT Council
This is an exciting and challenging time for RCT Council as we continue to provide high-quality services while delivering value for money. The role of local government in shaping the future of local communities is more important than ever. Working in Local Government offers some of the most intellectually stimulating challenges, as we provide services that affect thousands of lives in many different ways.
Maximise Your Potential
RCT Council is preparing to recruit to its Graduate Programme, offering fantastic opportunities to work in a vibrant environment, learn new and transferable skills, meet people from a range of backgrounds and develop a professional career in Rhondda Cynon Taf.
All Graduate Officers will be supported to complete either a Level 4 Project Management qualification or job-related technical training (all fully funded) as part of the programme.
Corporate Resources, Design & Maintenance, Refurbishment & Improvements
We have successfully recruited graduates in the past and are keen to build on this success and establish a succession carousel in order to strengthen our future offer. The Refurbishment and Improvements Team is a newly formed team following a recent restructure, and is focused on delivery of Conversions, Extensions, Demolitions, Refurbishments, Capital Programme of Works and Project Appraisals.
Our workload will continue to increase is this specialised area and we are building a balanced team in order to meet with this demand. The diversity of the workloads mean that we are currently delivering weathertightness works on a Grade II listed building (£1.5m), swimming pool de-carbonisation (£1.2m), stand alone school buildings (£5m each), school fit out (£1m) and Office fit out (£0.5m), as well as general refurbishments and improvements from £10,000 upwards. The Education Summer Works Programme is also being formulated, with the Local Education Authority Looking to spend £2.85m this Summer.
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking a Graduate Officer to work within the Refurbishment and Improvements Team in Corporate Design and welcome applications from graduates with a degree qualification in Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying or a related discipline.
The successful candidate shall assist the Refurbishment and Improvements Team in the delivery of a varied and diverse portfolio of projects, and the majority of experience and knowledge of the construction process will be gained in assisting the team within this diverse portfolio. Experience will also be provided to allow the use of specialist software such as Microsoft Project and project delivery software. Candidates will also gain experience in a wide range of other software when producing specifications, budget costs and project programmes.
Essential Criteria
A minimum 2:2 degree (or equivalent) in Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying or a related discipline.
Use of AI Tools
If you decide to use AI tools to assist with drafting, reviewing, or refining your application, make sure that:
Application Form/Competencies
Each competency response must be limited to a maximum of 200 words and only your first 200 words for each response will be considered. Any response exceeding this limit may result in the application not being reviewed or shortlisted.
Staff Benefits Package
Protecting children and vulnerable adults is a core responsibility of all staff appointed to the Council.
The Council values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.
An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
As part of the Council's longer term objectives in relation to the Welsh language and its Workforce Planning Strategy, it is committed to a guaranteed interview scheme for Welsh-speakers of Level 3 and above. If you meet the essential criteria as identified in the person specification for the job and are a Welsh-speaker of Level 3 and above, you will be invited to interview if you choose to participate in the scheme.
In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.
In support of the Council's voluntary pledge to support the Armed Forces, the recruiter must always be prepared to ensure that applicants who have identified themselves as members of the Armed Forces including Service Leavers, Veterans or Reservists and who meet the essential criteria of the person specification, are offered an interview.
Mae'r ddogfen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg / This document is also available in Welsh.
RCT Council's Graduate Programme 2026
A Graduate Placement with Award-Winning RCT Council is a step towards an excellent career
Making A Difference with RCT Council
This is an exciting and challenging time for RCT Council as we continue to provide high-quality services while delivering value for money. The role of local government in shaping the future of local communities is more important than ever. Working in Local Government offers some of the most intellectually stimulating challenges, as we provide services that affect thousands of lives in many different ways.
Maximise Your Potential
RCT Council is preparing to recruit to its Graduate Programme, offering fantastic opportunities to work in a vibrant environment, learn new and transferable skills, meet people from a range of backgrounds and develop a professional career in Rhondda Cynon Taf.
All Graduate Officers will be supported to complete either a Level 4 Project Management qualification or job-related technical training (all fully funded) as part of the programme.
Corporate Resources, Design & Maintenance, Refurbishment & Improvements
We have successfully recruited graduates in the past and are keen to build on this success and establish a succession carousel in order to strengthen our future offer. The Refurbishment and Improvements Team is a newly formed team following a recent restructure, and is focused on delivery of Conversions, Extensions, Demolitions, Refurbishments, Capital Programme of Works and Project Appraisals.
Our workload will continue to increase is this specialised area and we are building a balanced team in order to meet with this demand. The diversity of the workloads mean that we are currently delivering weathertightness works on a Grade II listed building (£1.5m), swimming pool de-carbonisation (£1.2m), stand alone school buildings (£5m each), school fit out (£1m) and Office fit out (£0.5m), as well as general refurbishments and improvements from £10,000 upwards. The Education Summer Works Programme is also being formulated, with the Local Education Authority Looking to spend £2.85m this Summer.
Who We're Looking For
We are seeking a Graduate Officer to work within the Refurbishment and Improvements Team in Corporate Design and welcome applications from graduates with a degree qualification in Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying or a related discipline.
The successful candidate shall assist the Refurbishment and Improvements Team in the delivery of a varied and diverse portfolio of projects, and the majority of experience and knowledge of the construction process will be gained in assisting the team within this diverse portfolio. Experience will also be provided to allow the use of specialist software such as Microsoft Project and project delivery software. Candidates will also gain experience in a wide range of other software when producing specifications, budget costs and project programmes.
Essential Criteria
A minimum 2:2 degree (or equivalent) in Project Management, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying or a related discipline.
Use of AI Tools
If you decide to use AI tools to assist with drafting, reviewing, or refining your application, make sure that:
- The content accurately represents your own experiences and qualifications
- You can clearly and confidently explain all aspects of your submission
- Your unique perspective comes through clearly
Application Form/Competencies
Each competency response must be limited to a maximum of 200 words and only your first 200 words for each response will be considered. Any response exceeding this limit may result in the application not being reviewed or shortlisted.
Staff Benefits Package
- Tailored induction programme
- Ongoing support from a dedicated Graduate Co-ordinator
- Hybrid working opportunities
- Pension Scheme
- 26 days annual leave (Plus bank holidays)
- Financial management scheme
- Subsidised membership fees for Leisure Centres within RCT
- Vivup discount card for businesses
Protecting children and vulnerable adults is a core responsibility of all staff appointed to the Council.
The Council values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non-binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.
An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.
As part of the Council's longer term objectives in relation to the Welsh language and its Workforce Planning Strategy, it is committed to a guaranteed interview scheme for Welsh-speakers of Level 3 and above. If you meet the essential criteria as identified in the person specification for the job and are a Welsh-speaker of Level 3 and above, you will be invited to interview if you choose to participate in the scheme.
In view of the large number of Application Forms which are currently being submitted individual applications are not acknowledged. Consequently if you do not hear from us within four weeks of the closing date, please assume that your application is unsuccessful on this occasion. In which case you are thanked for the interest you have shown in applying for a position within the Council.
In support of the Council's voluntary pledge to support the Armed Forces, the recruiter must always be prepared to ensure that applicants who have identified themselves as members of the Armed Forces including Service Leavers, Veterans or Reservists and who meet the essential criteria of the person specification, are offered an interview.
JOB SUMMARY
Temporary Graduate Project Management Officer (Construction)
Rhondda Cynon Taf Council
Edinburgh
9 hours ago
N/A
Full-time
Temporary Graduate Project Management Officer (Construction)