Working in Buildings and Construction

Working in Buildings and Construction

Building and Construction is a fast-paced environment with lots of exciting opportunities. You only have to look across the city to see new developments emerging all the time!

Many graduate opportunities in construction require you to have a degree in a relevant subject, but there are opportunities which are open to all, such as the Savills graduate scheme. Some apprenticeships and degree apprenticeships will accept graduates who want to move into Construction.

Find out more on the Overview of the UK's property and construction industry on the Prospects website, which provides an up-to-date overview of the current industry job market.

Places to start exploring your career options

If you are looking for a career in the building and construction industry, but you’re not sure where to start, here are some useful links where you can explore different options. 

Looking locally

Many of our graduates work within the Sheffield City Region after finishing their degree. Below, you'll find links to local employers who have previously hired Sheffield Hallam graduates in this sector:  

Job boards

Employers also use job boards for advertising roles, which is another way to find opportunities. They often have filters by location and job type to help your search. Here are some sector-specific job sites: 

Green jobs 

Graduate schemes

Graduate schemes are a great way to get into the industry at entry-level. Often spanning two years, they provide structured training, and typically a full-time contract after completion. Here are some graduate schemes in the sector: 

Professional bodies, organisations and regulatory authorities

Professional bodies and organisations help maintain high standards and reputations in the profession and of their members. Many sectors require their staff to be a member of one of these organisations. Here are some links to the organisations relevant to this sector: