Construction Graduate

About The Role

This is an entry-level role, suited to those who or are due to graduate university in 2025 or have already graduated. Our Graduate Development Programme is a two-year learning programme with an aim to develop well-rounded specialist graduates in a chosen business area. You are a permanent employee from day one and will have a real opportunity to make an impact at Cala through executive sponsored projects as well as completing two varying discipline rotations across the wider business.

The programme includes:

• A three-day formal induction in Edinburgh
• Classroom and virtual sessions covering key stages in the construction lifecycle, and key business skills such as commercial awareness and influencing
• Interactive group projects working with a number of other graduates in disciplines across the business allowing you to build a strong network
• Networking opportunities with senior managers and peers
• One-to-one support from line managers, mentors, recent graduates, and industry professionals

Alongside programme activity, you will receive on-the-job training and play an integral role within the Construction team in our Southern region. Our Construction teams are responsible for the safe delivery of homes to our customers. This team pays particular attention to Health, Safety & Environmental matters, Programme Attainment, Product Quality, Cost Management, Contractor and Supplier liaison, with ultimately a strong customer focus. The Construction team in Southern works closely with our Commercial, Technical, Sales, and Customer Service colleagues to ensure a team approach. Your key responsibilities are therefore as follows:

• Support the site team and learn the full house building process
• Learn about all site resources including labour, plant, and materials
• Ensure Health and Safety standards are maintained and followed through a constant checking process and take immediate corrective action if you witness a breach of the Cala guidelines
• Assist in the management of sub-contractors in all aspects of site delivery
• Provide excellent customer service throughout the house building process, supporting customers where possible with any house building queries

About You

We are seeking a new team member who is confident and has the passion and drive to succeed at the highest level.

You will have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g. Construction Management, Quantity Surveying). You should also be able to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Eagerness to learn
• A can-do attitude, with ability to work on your own initiative
• Strong people and relationship building skills
• Effective time management, organisation, and prioritisation skills
• Excellent communication skills
• A team-player
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite applications (Excel, Powerpoint, Word)
• Interest in the housebuilding industry
• Industry experience is beneficial but not required
• Must have a full Right to Work in the UK
• Having (or working towards obtaining) a valid UK Driving License is desirable
• Must have a willingness to travel

About Us

The Cala Group is a major UK housebuilder and leading provider of desirable new homes across Scotland, the South of England & Midlands. Driven by a mission to create vibrant and sustainable new communities, our homes are characterised by exceptional design and sector-leading build quality, and we have a passion for providing our customers with a great home buying experience.

Our goal is to be the favoured employer in our industry and beyond. We encourage applications from those who want to be part of a culture where they can thrive, feel a sense of belonging and be comfortable being themselves at work.

LOCATION

Cala Homes (Southern) Limited is one of nine regional Cala businesses. The Southern team oversee Cala’s new home developments in Hampshire and Dorset. As part of this role, you will be required to visit our developments across the Southern region.

REWARDS & BENEFITS

When you join our team, you become part of an inclusive environment, with support and growth opportunities to help you realise your own dreams and aspirations. We’re a living wage employer, and provide a comprehensive package of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance (25 days, plus 9 public holidays with opportunities to buy/sell)
• Private medical insurance & virtual GP
• Employee Assistance Programme (well-being, legal and financial matters)
• Generous pension scheme
• Opportunities to get involved with volunteering and fundraising
• Annual bonus
• Employee discounts

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please click the button below and attach your CV and covering letter as one document. For more information you can contact the recruitment team directly at CalaHomesEarlyTalent@sanctuarygraduates.co.uk using the subject heading ‘Construction Graduate - Southern’.

Our Graduate Development programme has the following recruitment process:

• Apply online with your CV and covering letter
• Video interview via Microsoft Teams with a member of the recruitment team
• Discovery Day in March 2025

We recognise that a diverse team makes us a stronger and more successful company. We value different ideas and perspectives as it helps improve our decision-making, products and services. And we’re striving to create an inclusive work environment, in which everyone can feel comfortable as themselves, uniquely contribute and do their best work. If we need to adjust anything in our recruitment process to support you, please contact CalaHomesEarlyTalent@sanctuarygraduates.co.uk.

The closing date to apply for this role is Monday 24th February 2025. Please note that depending on the volume of applications we receive, we may close this advert ahead of the closing date.