Overview
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We are looking for a Construction Management student to join our Construction team based in Southampton for an Industrial Placement.
Location
Location: Southampton – with flexibility to travel across the region
Starting Salary
Starting salary: £26,208 per annum
Pathway
Pathway: 12 months – 40 hrs per week, with the potential to lead onto a Graduate position
Starting date
Starting date: September 2026
Important note
We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.
Responsibilities
What will you be responsible for?
As an Industrial Placement Construction Management, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the planning, coordination, and supervision of construction projects, on time and to the required quality. This role is designed for a recent graduate eager to launch a career in construction management.
Day-to-day duties
* Assisting in the planning, execution, and management of projects.
* Collaborating with team members and stakeholders to support project objectives.
* Conducting research and analysis to inform project decisions and strategies.
* Preparing reports, presentations, and documentation related to project activities.
How the placement works
Kier is committed to encouraging talent and providing opportunities for growth and development. When you join, you will be enrolled onto our industrial placement scheme. The programme will take 12 months to complete and has been designed to immerse you in the world of construction, allowing you to see your learnings in real-world situations and gain practical experiences to support the rest of your degree.
Benefits
* Practical experience: gain valuable hands-on experience in your field.
* Skill improvement: develop technical and professional skills.
* Networking: build professional relationships and expand your network.
* Career insight: gain insights into your chosen industry and potential career paths.
* Employment opportunities: increase your chances of securing a further placement, or graduate opportunity, at Kier or elsewhere.
What we are looking for
We are looking for students undertaking a degree in Construction Management or related field, who have the option or requirement to complete a placement year from 2025 - 2026. After your placement, you will be returning to university with a graduation year of 2027.
The role is ideal for you if
* Strong interest in Construction Management and eagerness to learn.
* 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 driver's license.
Rewards and Benefits
We offer a variety of flexible benefits that you can tailor to your needs. See more information on benefits here.
Diversity and Inclusion
Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a high priority for us. Our employees shape Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives, and our people have made a huge impact on how we work. You can see our D&I action plan here.
As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.
Recruitment timeline
October 2025: Initial applications
November 2025: Application reviews
January 2026 onwards: Interviews
We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier
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