Our Graduate Program, ‘Foundations’, has been uniquely designed to bridge the gap between formal education and the workforce, establishing a clear and supportive path for your professional development and long-term success at BMD. Throughout the program you will develop foundational career skills in problem solving, critical thinking, innovation and team building.  

BMD graduates are offered a career path with adequate support systems in place to encourage growth and individual contributions. We offer practical exposure to the construction industry, performance plans designed for growth, and access to business leaders for mentoring. 

As a BMD Graduate, you will gain access to our competitive range of employee benefits including:

• competitive remuneration package and access to flexible work
• an employee benefits platform for you and your family with access to retail, and exclusive benefits unique to BMD (including tickets to local sporting and arts events)
• health and wellbeing benefits including subsidised health insurance and gym memberships
• discounts on personal travel through our travel insurance company including flights, vehicle purchases, or rentals
• mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program and in-house psychologist
• career progression to a permanent placement and clear pathways for future promotions
• opportunities to grow your career across Australia, the Philippines, and the United Kingdom.

What to expect

Our industry-leading Graduate Program is designed to set you up for a long and successful career - by building a solid foundation. Here’s what to expect: 

• kick off with a three-day all expenses paid conference on the Gold Coast with your peers
• engage in structured learning through three tailored modules on topics designed to develop critical thinking, problem-solving and leadership skills
• experience exciting hands-on and in person learning every six months to build relationships and network with your peers from across the country
• receive mentoring from BMD’s Board of Directors, executive management team and emerging leaders to build your leadership qualities and help you progress your career

What you’ll do

As a Graduate Engineer, you’ll get the chance to explore multiple functions of the projects you work on to get an in-depth understanding of the core elements required for delivery. You will work as part of the team and play a key role in ensuring all work is delivered in accordance with quality, time, production, safety and environmental objectives of the project in line with our expectations as a business. 

You’ll get the opportunity to: 

• learn about drawings, specifications, and workplace health, safety, environmental and quality (HSEQ) requirements for all site-related activities
• work as part of a team to ensure core project functions are being delivered, including purchasing materials, supporting financial functions, submitting progress claims, assisting with quality monitoring and contributing to creating solutions where needed
• maintain a daily diary outlining details of site meetings, discussions, works performed, and inspections
• actively participate in training initiatives and skill development programs. 

Your motivation will energise our collaborative team across the delivery of diverse projects across Australia, including in:

• South East Queensland (Brisbane region and remote work from Brisbane)
• North Queensland (Townsville)
• Northern Territory (Darwin and remote work from Darwin)
• New South Wales (Sydney and remote work from Sydney)
• Victoria (Melbourne and remote work from Melbourne)
• South Australia (Adelaide and remote work from Adelaide)
• Western Australia (Perth and remote work from Perth) 

Who we’re looking for

BMD welcomes graduates with diverse backgrounds and experience. We’re looking for an eager, determined and resourceful graduate who is ready to take the first leap in their professional career.  

To be successful, you will be a team player, have strong decision-making, communication and creative thinking skills, and the drive to experience real hands-on work in the field. We are also looking for a graduate who can showcase resilience, enthusiasm and collaboration to achieve positive outcomes in a fast-paced environment. 

To qualify for this position, you must have completed a Bachelor of Civil Engineering or Bachelor of Construction Management (or graduating in 2025 or mid-2026).

Candidates will require their own transport to project sites. 

What makes us different?

BMD is on a sharp growth trajectory with over $2 billion worth of work in hand, and as we continue to expand, our Graduate Program participants will support our business in delivering our project pipeline.

We provide you with the benefits you'd expect from a leading Australian contractor, but what makes us different is:

• Our culture – our vision to do things differently and unique family-orientated values and history build a welcoming team environment where our business really is about the people, allowing you to make life-long friends.
• Our work – the possibilities are as diverse as you are. We offer a variety of work across our five business units with projects differing in size, scope, and capability.
• Our long-timers – access to our senior and emerging leaders offering formal leadership, personal and professional development, and mentoring to allow growth of your technical and leadership skills.

Steps in our recruitment process

1. April to May 2025 - Submit your 10-minute application including CV and academic transcript
2. May to June 2025 - Shortlisted candidates are contacted to attend an interview with our senior leaders
3. June to July 2025 - Formal offers to join BMD’s graduate program in 2026