Graduate Project Manager Review
at Balfour Beatty
Graduate Scheme
Project Management
Canary Wharf
Review Submitted: October 2025
Overall Rating
4.6 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4.8/5
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Overview of the Role
4.6/5
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Experience & Company Culture
4/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Balfour Beatty?
The two-year graduate scheme provided an excellent foundation for developing core project management skills in a dynamic and challenging environment. It offered structured learning combined with real-world responsibilities, enabling me to contribute meaningfully to planning, coordination, and delivery activities. The rotations and exposure to different teams helped build adaptability and a strong understanding of end-to-end project processes.
Throughout the programme, I honed skills in stakeholder engagement, risk management, and digital tools for reporting and governance. The scheme encouraged proactive problem-solving, collaboration, and continuous learning, which prepared me for progression into more senior roles. Overall, it was a rewarding experience that combined professional growth with impactful contributions to complex infrastructure projects.
Throughout the programme, I honed skills in stakeholder engagement, risk management, and digital tools for reporting and governance. The scheme encouraged proactive problem-solving, collaboration, and continuous learning, which prepared me for progression into more senior roles. Overall, it was a rewarding experience that combined professional growth with impactful contributions to complex infrastructure projects.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
Project Delivery: Supported the Sizewell project and other strategic projects, contributing to planning, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.
Survey & Technical Work: Managed survey trackers, drafted drainage and topographical specifications, and ensured compliance with quality standards.
Survey & Technical Work: Managed survey trackers, drafted drainage and topographical specifications, and ensured compliance with quality standards.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
My team is incredibly supportive and always offer the opportunity to develop. They also are very happy to answer any questions of explain anything.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
As my site is based over 2 hours away i'm entitled to a company car, i asl am enrolled in the pension scheme. As well as this the salary is competitive and we have internal perks including discounted stores. There are many benefits on our portal.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
5/5
I've had an interest in project management for a while, so completing this grad scheme has given me the exposure and understanding of the role and requirements.
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
There are many courses on the academy, and as a Graduate we are automatically enrolled into courses relative to our job roles. We also have a brilliant programme that allows us to travel to the Lake District and carry-out team building activities.
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
The early careers team are always available, and our line managers have early careers specific training.
How is your work-life balance?
4/5
As my role is Hybrid, it allows for a work life balance.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
4/5
Encourage constantly, one of our values, i find that people always encourage you in any task or endeavour
How would you rate Balfour Beatty initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
They have many initiatives in this space and always offer the opportunity to get involves
How would you rate Balfour Beatty CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
5/5
We are given 2 volunteer days a year, which is great
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The culture and people are great, especially for career development.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
As a project manager, your role is broad so you may not have a full understanding until you get stuck in. But for me, as someone who enjoys being challenged and doing different things its perfect.
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?
Get your drivers license because we have sites across the country. And show that you are a team player, because it the people who do the job and make the workplace better.
