Yunex Traffic
Global leader in intelligent traffic management hardware, software and simulation solutions.
Graduate Contract Manager
Plan, manage and deliver traffic system projects, ensuring safety, budgets and client satisfaction.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Promote a safety culture powered by positive behaviours. • Support daily depot operations to maintain a safe, organised environment. • Plan and manage installation and maintenance works, allocating resources and materials. • Control costs, utilisation and variations to meet revenue and margin targets. • Deliver projects on time, within scope and budget. • Report progress and key performance metrics. • Build strong customer relationships through clear communication and effective meetings. • Conduct monthly site audits to ensure contractor and employee safety compliance. • Analyse and report financial performance. • Foster a high‑performing culture aligned with strategic goals. • Enable effective team communication via regular engagement. • Contribute to national and local business improvement initiatives. • Develop leadership and people‑management capabilities. • Participation in the Green Light Programme to accelerate growth and prepare for leadership or specialist roles.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸installation management
- ▸cost control
- ▸project delivery
- ▸site audits
- ▸progress reporting
- ▸financial analysis
What You Bring
Graduate Contract Manager – Yunex Traffic is seeking final‑year undergraduate students or recent graduates eager to launch their careers in intelligent traffic systems. Applicants should be on track for a 2:1 or higher in a STEM or business‑related degree—preferably electrical/electronic or civil engineering—demonstrate logical thinking, self‑learning, problem‑solving creativity, independent and responsible work habits, strong communication and collaborative skills, and a self‑motivated attitude. Recruitment closes 13 March 2026; candidates will be interviewed in Poole (with possible virtual or assessment centre components) and must be able to start on 7 September 2026. Right‑to‑work in the UK is required, and the company cannot sponsor visas. • Two‑year graduate programme leading to a permanent role in a global intelligent traffic systems business.
Requirements
- ▸2:1
- ▸stem degree
- ▸electrical
- ▸civil
- ▸problem solving
- ▸communication
Benefits
The company values diversity and encourages applicants from varied backgrounds, offering flexibility and workplace adjustments to foster agile working and innovation. Successful candidates join a structured two‑year graduate development programme that provides hands‑on project experience, in‑depth training and mentorship, preparing them for a long‑term professional role within the business. The graduate programme offers a competitive salary, 26 days holiday, mentorship, career development, a Green Light leadership track, and a flexible benefits package that includes private medical care, discounted cinema tickets, gym membership and more. • Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and 26 days holiday. • Access to mentorship networks and professional development support. • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on innovative traffic solutions. • Flexible benefits including private medical care, discounted cinema tickets, gym membership, and more.
Work Environment
Onsite
Interview Process
-in‑person interview in poole -potential virtual interview -in‑person assessment centre with group problem‑solving, presentations and role‑simulation exercises