BuildForward Graduate Programme - UK

Job Description

Build your Future

TSL is a leading technical engineering and construction partner operating across EMEA, the Americas and APAC.

We are committed to creating the spaces to power the fourth industrial revolution, whilst ensuring we leave a positive environmental and social legacy for communities across the world. Specialising in Data Centres, Advanced Manufacturing, Logistics, Food and Pharmaceuticals, we are proud to deliver outstanding turnkey projects at speed, without compromise on safety or quality.

Our team at TSL is focused on working with our clients and the entire supply chain to create a simple agenda concentrated on getting things done. At the heart of what TSL does is taking the ‘noise’ out of project delivery whilst ensuring that we are always engineering best value for money and fit-for-purpose solutions.

About BuildForward

BuildForward is TSL’s international early careers development programme designed to support graduates as they transition from education into long-term careers within construction, engineering and business operations environments.

Graduates join TSL in full-time entry-level or junior roles and gain structured exposure, mentoring, development support and hands-on experience across live projects and business functions.

Role Overview

As a BuildForward Graduate, you will become part of a dynamic international team and gain exposure to real projects, operational environments and experienced professionals across the business. For the September 2026 UK intake, the initial graduate opportunities are expected to focus primarily on the following areas:

• Design / BIM / Digital Construction
• Construction / Project Delivery
• Engineering
• Pre-Construction / Estimating
• SmartParc and related project environments

Depending on project pipeline, business needs and individual capability, graduates may also gain exposure to wider functions and multidisciplinary collaboration across the business. The programme is designed for ambitious graduates who are eager to develop practical experience, contribute to real business outcomes and build long-term careers within a fast-paced project environment.

The first 12 months form the structured Foundation Year, focused on building technical capability, professional confidence, business understanding and practical project exposure.

What You Will Be Doing

During the programme, you will:

• Support live projects and operational teams
• Participate in coordination meetings and project activities
• Assist with technical, commercial or operational tasks
• Work with experienced professionals across different disciplines
• Contribute to reporting, planning and project delivery activities
• Gain exposure to project lifecycle processes
• Participate in structured learning and development activities
• Build practical experience within international project environments

What We Are Looking For

For the September 2026 UK intake, we are particularly interested in graduates with educational backgrounds aligned to the following areas:

• Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
• Construction Management / Project Delivery
• Design / BIM / Digital Construction
• Pre-Construction / Estimating
• Architecture and Built Environment disciplines
• Building Services Engineering

Candidates with qualifications aligned to construction, engineering, project delivery, industrial,

manufacturing, logistics or similar operational environments are also encouraged to apply.

We are looking for ambitious, curious and motivated individuals who are eager to learn, develop practical capability and build long-term careers within fast-paced construction, engineering and project delivery environments.

Successful candidates should be comfortable working in dynamic team environments and demonstrate a proactive attitude toward growth, collaboration and contribution. Most importantly, we are looking for people who demonstrate:

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Initiative, accountability and willingness to take ownership

Curiosity and eagerness to learn

Positive attitude, adaptability and resilience

Strong problem-solving mindset

Motivation to contribute, develop and grow within the business

What We Offer

Structured development and mentoring

Exposure to international projects and teams

Hands-on practical experience

Networking and learning opportunities

Career development support

Opportunities for long-term growth within TSL

We look forward to supporting you as you begin your career journey with TSL through

BuildForward.

Important Information

As part of our recruitment process, reference checks may be conducted at offer stage. By applying for this opportunity, you consent to these checks as part of the recruitment process.

TSL is an equal opportunity employer and we are especially proud that our dynamic, international team is made up of colleagues representing 57 across the world. We want big-picture thinkers who aren't afraid to roll up their sleeves, refusing to settle for 'good enough' and pushing for great each time. We are firm believers that to build quality, you must invest in quality. We will continue to invest in our biggest asset: our amazing team.