Graduate Programme 2026 Project Management

GraduateProgramme2026 Project Manager (SW Horizons)

Ready to own your futureAt Scottish Water our graduate programmes empower you to drive change tacklereal challenges and shape Scotlands future. This is more than just a launchpad for your career -itsan opportunity to make a meaningful impact. As part of our teamyoullplay a key role in delivering essential services and infrastructure that help Scotland flourish every day.

Youllbe joining us at a fascinating time as we transform into a more agile innovative organisation that delivers outstanding service providesgreat valuefor money and works in an environmentally sustainable way that goes beyond Net Zero. Start a careerthatsbuilt for you today.

Whatyoulldo

As a Project Manager Graduateyoullbe embedded in Scottish Water Horizons supporting the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure to enable economic growth and sustainability across Scotland. From day oneyoullcontribute to projects that support new housing developmentshydrogenproductionanddata centers.

As part of the ScottishGovernments HydrogenActionPlanyou will work on supporting thehydrogeneconomyinvestigatingsustainable solutionsforwater useto help drive thereductioningreenhouse gas emissions.

Youll gain hands-on experience in project delivery stakeholder engagement and milestone tracking.Youllwork with delivery partnersmonitoringprogressand reporting to senior managers.Youllalso helpmaintainand improve relationships with internal and external stakeholders ensuring projects are delivered safely on time and to a high standard.

Over thethree-yearprogrammeyoullrotate through a variety of placements that willgrowyour knowledge confidence and technical skills. With structured training mentoring and real-world responsibilityyoulldevelop into a capable trusted Project Manager.

At the end of theprogrammeyoullmove into a permanent role as a Project Manager whereyoullcontinue to make a real impact on Scotlands infrastructure and sustainability.

How does the graduateprogrammework

Youllbe employed on a permanent contract from Day One with a starting salary of 33000.

As you progress through theprogrammeand reach key milestonesyoullbe rewarded with salary increases thatrecogniseyour growth and commitment to ongoing learning. Upon completing theprogrammeyoullmove into a permanent Project Manager role starting from 44030.For more details please visit is plenty of support. As well as your day-to-day managerwellmatch you up with a mentor who will support and coach you as you go through yourprogramme.

Youllhave access to both structured and informal training designed to equip you with the skills you need now and in the future.

Whatyoullneed

Youllhave graduated within the last three years (or be on track to graduate this summer) with a degree in a relevant discipline such as Engineering Project Management Environmental Science or a related field.Werelooking for aminimum2:2classification.

Youll need to be passionate about infrastructure sustainability and making a positive impact every day. An understanding of project delivery and stakeholder engagement is key. You should also be someone who works well with others takesinitiative and brings energy and enthusiasm to every challenge.

A valid UK drivinglicenceand regular access to a vehicle may be as some placements will involve travel to sites acrossCentralScotland.

In terms of essential requirementsThatsit.

Butheresthe thing: We get thousands of applications for our Graduate roles each year. What makes the best candidates stand out

Here are a few things we love to see:

• CVs that tell us more than what grades you earned over the years. Show us whatyouvelearned. What you love. What your aspirations are.

• Cover letters that tell us whyyoureinterested in Scottish Water (and in this role)

• People who use their application to show that they are Bold Responsible Inspiring and Caring.

Looking out foryou

While the work we do is importantitsnot the only thing that matters.Thatswhy we make sure you have everything you need to find a good work-life balance.

Youllget plenty of time to recharge with 38 days of holiday every year (including public holidays). And you can even buy five more if you need a little extra time. You can also take paid time off to volunteer in your community.

When it comes to major life events we have family-friendly policies around adoption maternity and parental leave. And for the everyday We embrace flexible working andoperateon a Balanced Hybrid approach meaning we encourage people to spend half of their time in a Scottish Water location.

For your futuretheresour pension (the know-what-youll-get-when-you-retire kind) as well as life assurance.

As for some nice extras You can expect an annual company bonus. Not to mention access to SW Splash handy rewards that can save you money on holidays bills and shopping.

What happens next

• The closing date for applications is 11:59pm on Sunday 14thDecember.

• Assessment activity will kick off in on Friday 19thDecember with some surprisingly fun (no really!) online testing.You can read more about the full application process here:Graduate Application Process - Scottish Water

• Final face-to-face interviews willcommenceat the end of January finishing on February 13th. Where you can give us a good grilling too.

• If you accept a place on the programmeyoullgo through some pre-employment screening during the Spring including a criminal record check.

• All our new Graduates will start together in September with a comprehensive induction event to set you up for success from day one.Youlllearn more about the organisation meet our leaders visit some of our operational sites start making friends and have a lot of fun.