Graduate Mechanical Project Engineer Review
at Galliford Try
Graduate Scheme
Mechanical Engineering, Project Management
Mansfield, Nottinghamshire
Review Submitted: November 2025
Overall Rating
3.7 /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!
3.8/5
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Overview of the Role
3.8/5
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Experience & Company Culture
3/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at Galliford Try?
I have enjoyed my time at Galliford Try. The people within my business unit have been extremely supportive and helpful as my career progresses
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
My main responsibilities involve integrating the design from the engineering team with the build team on site. I liase with subcontractors to integrate their package plant onto site to make sure that it is compliant with Severn Trent frameworks and standards, as well as ensuring that the technical information is correct in the pre construction phase.
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
I feel very valued, and people come to me wanting to know my opinion on certain areas.
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
3/5
I felt that I was doing a lot more than what my compensation package provided. the graduate scheme at GT has a fixed salary for all graduates within the scheme, and has no flexibility to increase based on the performance within the individual business unit. The company car scheme is very good however, and is a very desirable perk.
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
4/5
I feel that the role definitely helped to refine my skillset, and also learn new things in the wider construction world, which will be transferable to other roles
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
4/5
I have been put through a decent amount of formal training through the business, mainly revolving around site supervision and leadership preparation. the day-to-day role has also helped develop my skills
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
3/5
I don't really interact with my line manager at the moment as It has changed 3 times since my employment here began. I have monthly calls with a mentor/buddy who helped me through the graduate scheme.
How is your work-life balance?
4/5
I have a healthy work-life balance, and start/finish work at reasonable times. GT are quite relaxed on that front and trust the employee to be honest with the time they work, and won't chase it unless they have reason to do so.
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
How would you rate Galliford Try initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
4/5
How would you rate Galliford Try CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
3/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Galliford Try to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good company to work for, friendly people, decent benefits (private medical and company car). career Progression seems achievable but salary during the graduate scheme is fixed and not based upon performance
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
3/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to Galliford Try?
Make sure that you engage with the people who are recruiting/onboarding you, as they will give you as much information as you are willing to receive about it.
