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Industrial Placement - Construction Management

Kier Group

The Role

Overview

Support planning, coordination and supervision of construction projects in a 12-month placement.

Key Responsibilities

  • team collaboration
  • reporting
  • data analysis
  • project management
  • networking

Tasks

-Collaborating with team members and stakeholders to support project objectives. -Preparing reports, presentations, and documentation related to project activities. -Conducting research and analysis to inform project decisions and strategies. -Assisting in the planning, execution, and management of projects. -Networking: build professional relationships and expand your network.

Requirements

  • time management
  • analytical
  • problem solving
  • communication
  • teamwork
  • driver's licence

What You Bring

-Excellent organizational and time management skills. -Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. -Effective communication and interpersonal skills. -Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team. -Hold full UK driver's license.

Benefits

-Employment opportunities: increase your chances of securing a further placement, or graduate opportunity, at Kier or elsewhere. -Career insight: gain insights into your chosen industry and potential career paths. -Practical experience: gain valuable hands-on experience in your field.

The Company

About Kier Group

-Kier undertakes a wide range of projects—from hospitals and schools to roads, rail links, and prisons. -Their 360° model spans develop, design‑build, maintain and operate services across sectors like aviation, water, energy and nuclear. -They’ve delivered landmark schemes such as the Luton DART airport‑rail link and the UK’s first all‑electric prison. -Property division focuses on urban regeneration, mixed‑use residential and commercial developments. -Headquartered in Manchester (Salford Quays) with enduring influence across the UK infrastructure landscape.

Sector Specialisms

Infrastructure

Construction

Property Developments

Mechanical and Electrical

Carbon Management

Fire Safety

Acoustic Design

Energy

Water

Nuclear

Transportation

Highways

Rail

Aviation

Ports

Urban Regeneration

Industrial

Last Mile Logistics

Sustainable Office Development

Healthcare

Education

Defence

Justice and Borders

Affordable Housing

Flood Defence

Water Management

Interview Process

-initial applications (oct 2025) -application reviews (nov 2025) -interviews (jan 2026 onwards)

Visa Sponsorship

-no certificates of sponsorship offered.