Aspire Graduate Development Programme - Group Design

As part of the two-year ASPIRE Graduate Development Programme - Group Design & Technical, we're looking for the right combination of people to help take our business forward. With a minimum of a 2:2 degree, our graduates are people focused, ambitious and driven individuals who really want to develop into a leadership role.

Client Details

Barratt Developments has been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder fourteen years in a row for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs.

Description

Commencing in September 2024, this is a two-year programme. As an ASPIRE graduate in our Group Design & Technical team, year one will involve you rotating around the functions within Group Design & Technical and potentially other Operational functions to develop your understanding of the wider business. You'll also tackle live projects, as well as learning on a day to day basis.

Year two will see you specialising within the Group Design & Technical team, to enable you to build practical and relevant skills, getting involved in longer term projects and gaining in depth knowledge of the function.

As part of this team you will have the opportunity to gain insight into all aspects of the function, including exploring new construction methods, technology innovations, urban planning, housetype design and biodiversity. You will however be expected to have a particular strength in either structural engineering and/or architectural technology.

In addition to the rotational element of the scheme, graduates will also benefit from opportunities to undertake in voluntary activities, the option to study for professional qualifications and will undertake a series of development modules including leadership, communication, project management, presentations and performance management.

You will be expected to:

• Following the 'ASPIRE' Graduate Development Programme, completing the portfolio evidence as required
• Attending all Group Development modules and Functional Meetings as per the programme
• Contributing to continuous development within Barratt Developments by undertaking Divisional/Regional/Group projects as agreed with mentor
• Continuing to develop through reviews with your coach and mentor, and undertaking relevant professional qualifications where appropriate
• Contributing towards Corporate Responsibility objectives by driving volunteering activities in the local area
• Giving continuous and constructive feedback on the 'ASPIRE' Graduate Development Programme
• Acting as a buddy to new graduates when applicable

Profile

To be successful in this role, we are looking for:

• A 2:2 degree, equivalent or higher qualification; ideally in a subject related to the Built Environment, particularly if you are applying for a technical or construction role. If you don't have a related degree, you can still apply, but you'll need to demonstrate a passion for the industry and outline your transferrable skills.
• Self-confident, articulate, resilient and able to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• A lateral and innovative thinker; sees change as an opportunity and challenge for the business
• Able to work on own initiative, with the drive to take ownership of projects
• Strong communication skills, the ability to build effective and mutually beneficial working relationships both internally and externally
• Able to rapidly absorb new and complex information with ease and speed to conduct an incisive analysis
• Is passionate about the customer and is a role model of this behaviour to others in the business
• Displays energy and enthusiasm to deliver goals and achievements
• Driven, self-motivated and results driven for self and business
• UK driving license if outside central London

Job Offer

We've been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder fourteen years in a row for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That's more than any other major housebuilder. It's because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs.

We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for Barratt.

As part of working for Barratt we offer:

• GBP26,000 salary
• Pension scheme
• Private Medical Scheme
• Annual health assessment
• Bonus scheme
• Voluntary benefits
• BenefitHub Employee Discounts
• Buy/Sell holiday
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

There are two steps to submitting your application to one of our ASPIRE roles. First, please follow the link below to our Application Form.

Once you have completed this, the second step is to submit your CV with the button at the bottom of this advert.

We will be in touch over email to inform you if you have been selected to move forward to the next stage, which will be a pre-recorded video interview. You will receive an outcome regardless of whether you are progressed within 48 hours (working days) of your CV and Application Form submissions.

If you have any issues, please get in touch.