Construction Graduate Programme
Summary
£40,000 per annum | 30 days' holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Pension scheme
Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We're curious, collaborative, and ready to make a tangible impact on where we work.
Just like you.
Experience life at Lidl and discover what it takes to succeed as part of our Construction team who oversee the delivery of projects that provide the foundations our rapidly-growing business needs to flourish. In an extremely competitive market, you'll join an industry-leading team as you rotate through our various property and construction departments to learn how we identify, acquire and deliver state-of-the-art retail sites that define our customers' shopping experience.
You will be challenged to develop solutions to complex tasks in a fast-paced environment, but you will be supported every step of the way. Through a structured training programme and on-the-job exposure, you'll learn the soft skills and technical details of operational management as you become a Construction specialist over the 23 month programme. Starting on the 1 st September 2025
This is a nationwide programme across all our regional offices and our Head Office, please state your preferred region in the application question.
What you'll do
Develop expertise and management capabilities
Spend your first year rotating through our Acquisitions, Construction, Facilities and Head Office teams
Learn how a rapidly growing retail business operates from stores to logistics and supply chain
In your second year, you'll develop into the role
Take on real project responsibility and make a tangible difference to our business
Gain exposure to a national property team and learn the market inside-out
Understand how a successful property team operates and what skills you need to thrive.
What you'll need
A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Quantity Surveying by September 2025 or graduated no earlier than September 202 3
Possession of a full UK driving licence is essential for this role
To be legally entitled to work in the UK on a full-time basis
To be a true people person with energy, passion, resilience and adaptability
Ability to communicate confidently and effectively across all levels of the business
A passion for playing your part in a team and ability to work independently
Self-motivation and determination to succeed in a fast-paced, challenging environment
A desire to learn and develop new skills while challenging yourself in your work
To live or have the ability to commute within one hour to regional location
Be able to attend an assessment centre on 13th or 14th January 2025
What you'll receive
30 days holiday (pro rata)
10% in-store discount
Company Car
Pension scheme
Discounted Gym
Plus, more of the perks you deserve
*plus an additional 10% non-contractual London Weighting allowance if you're based within the M25.
You're Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. This is to ensure our teams can manage application levels while maintaining a positive candidate experience. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you're ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now