Emma Drake
Graduate
Early Career Development Program
your career, your way
make your mark with kapitol
CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE
Tailored learning & pathways
Kapitol provides a clear roadmap for career growth, combining tailored learning with technical, leadership, and hands-on experience to support every individual’s development journey. These pathways are designed to give participants broad exposure and practical experience across multiple disciplines, giving cadets and graduates the opportunity to change the direction of their careers based on their strengths and areas of interest.
Accelerated career progression
We accelerate career progression for those who show capability and live our values in action. Through structured programs, flexible entry points, and diverse learning experiences, we create opportunities that go beyond the project management route. With no locked-in timeframes, you’ll grow where your strengths and goals take you.
AI tech & adoption
Using AI, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and participating in regular innovation sprints, you'll learn how we're transforming how we work and deliver for clients. You’ll have the chance to drive innovation from the ground up across projects and shape the future of construction. Plus, KapCoach provides personalised digital coaching, professional development, and skills support to help you grow.
Industry disruptors
We’re redefining industry norms. Be the change that helps implement 40-hour weeks for every team member and 5-day work weeks on our projects.
Drive change through innovation
Less defects, faster completion and buildings built better, that’s the true power of our digital engineering expertise and how we’re harnessing the power of technology.
Collaborative excellence
We collaborate and engage across our business and trade partners to improve the industry for a better life.
accelerated career progression
We accelerate career progression for those who show capability and live our values in action. Through structured programs, flexible entry points, and diverse learning experiences, we create opportunities that go beyond the project management route. With no locked-in timeframes, you’ll grow where your strengths and goals take you.
With over 10% of our workforce already made up of graduates and cadets; one of the highest ratios in the industry, we’re doubling down on developing talent from within.
tailored learning & pathways
Kapitol provides a clear roadmap for career growth, combining tailored learning with technical, leadership, and hands-on experience to support every individual’s development journey. These pathways are designed to give participants broad exposure and practical experience across multiple disciplines, giving cadets and graduates the opportunity to change the direction of their careers based on their strengths and areas of interest.
Andrew Deveson, DirectorDeveloping young talent is at the heart of Kapitol. Many of our best leaders began as graduates, and we’re proud to keep shaping the next generation of construction professionals. As the ECD Program grows each year, we’re building not only great projects, but the industry’s future.
leading the way: our industry disruptors
maddy woolrich
assistant site supervisor
work on real projects, make an impact
DESIGN & CONSTRUCT
Driven by a focus on cost and delivery efficiency D&C projects allow us to showcase the talents and expertise of our people, backed by proven systems and processes that support certainty and value.
education
Delivering classrooms, sports facilities and learning and teaching infrastructure brings many lessons learnt that we innovatively develop to set ourselves apart.
ECI
Respected for our collaborative approach, our customer-centric mindset ensures value and certainty. The trust clients have in us is testament to our ECI pedigree and 85% repeat rate.
new build
Places to live, work and play: the digital-first approach we bring helps to evolve and bring ideas to life across our operating sectors with intelligent construction processes that are changing our industry.
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FAQs
What is the ECD Program?
Kapitol’s ECD Program is not just another graduate program; it's a launchpad for future disruptors, where innovation meets excellence, and growth knows no bounds. This multi-phased program blends hands-on project experiences, the latest in AI and digital tech, perfectly paired with structured learning opportunities to sharpen your technical expertise, elevate your leadership skills, and ignite your potential.
With cadets and graduates making up 10% of Kapitol’s workforce, Kapitol’s ECD Program is your chance to learn, practice and grow with other disruptors to change the construction landscape.
Who is the program designed for (cadets, graduates, career changers)?
Disruptors…..and those who want to make an impact.
Kapitol's ECD Program is specifically designed for emerging construction professionals who are eager to accelerate their careers and disrupt the construction industry. It caters to individuals who are passionate about learning, growing, and contributing to real, live projects while developing both technical and professional skills.
Whether you're currently studying or have recently graduated from university, Kapitol’s ECD Program provides you a pathway to success, blending real-world experience with tailored development opportunities to help you impact the construction sector.
How long does the program run?
Kapitol’s ECD Program is designed with flexibility at its core, ensuring it accommodates the unique needs, aspirations, and career paths of every participant.
Whether you’re aiming to fast-track your technical expertise, refine your leadership skills, or dive deeper into practical experiences, this program tailors its duration to match your ambitions.
This program has been designed to align with those ready to disrupt the industry in 6 months or those that need a little more time to refine their skills. Either way, we’ll let you know the details during the application process.
What makes Kapitol’s program different from others in the construction industry?
Kapitol’s ECD Program redefines traditional graduate programs with exciting, future-focused features:
Flexible Career Pathways:
Tailored project experiences that align with multiple career options, ensuring a personalised journey. Remember it’s your career, your way!
• Cutting-Edge Technology Integration: Gain hands-on exposure to advanced tools like digital twins, AI-powered coaching, and technology-driven project delivery, preparing you for the future of construction.
• AI Sprints & Innovation Projects: Collaborate on high-impact projects to solve real-world challenges using digital tools, data, and emerging technologies. These fast-paced sprints mirror the dynamic nature of modern construction, allowing you to showcase your creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Personalised Support: Access to some of the industry’s best and most ambitious professionals that will help prioritise your wellbeing, adaptability, and leadership development, ensuring you thrive both professionally and personally.
Kapitol’s ECD Program is designed to empower emerging professionals to innovate, excel, and lead in the construction industry.
Kapitol’s construction graduate programs fast-track the journey from graduate to skilled construction professional through structured rotations in design, project coordination, safety, estimation and site supervision. Supported by experienced mentors, technical training and continuous feedback, participants gain real-world experience on live projects. Our construction graduate positions and construction graduate jobs span commercial, residential, education and industrial sectors—empowering emerging professionals to grow confidently and sustainably through innovation, wellbeing and hands-on learning.