Construction Management Degree Apprentice

Kier Group; Highweek; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is looking for a Construction Management Degree Apprentice to join their team at HMP Channings Wood in Devon. This role offers the opportunity to work towards a Level 6 apprenticeship, gaining practical experience in project management while attending university. Ideal candidates will have 5 GCSEs and 2 A-Levels or equivalent qualifications. With a salary starting at £22,000, this is a great chance to begin a rewarding career in the construction industry.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme

Tuition and accommodation fees covered

Qualifications

• Must have a commitment to learning on the job while pursuing a degree.
• Strong interest in the construction industry and project management.

Responsibilities

• Support project planning, coordination, and supervision.
• Manage health, safety, and quality standards on site.
• Report project progress and liaise with external parties.

Skills

Project management

Health and safety awareness

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including Maths and English

2 A-Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications

Job description

We're looking for a Construction Management Degree Apprentice to join our Constructionteam based at HMP Channings Wood, Devon. You will be working towards a Level 6 apprenticeship in Construction Management. Within this role you can enjoy 26 days annual leave, 24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme, and even more https://jobs.kier.co.uk/benefits/.

Construction comprises our Regional Building, Strategic Projects, Kier Places and KME. We operate across all regions- London & Southern, Western & Wales, Eastern & Midlands and North & Scotland. https://www.kier.co.uk/who-we-are/our-business-divisions/.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on an apprenticeship. Whilst working towards a recognised qualification, you'll be able to put your learnings into practice in your day-to-day role, helping you progress within your chosen career.

Location: HMP Channings Wood, Devon

Hours: 40hrs per week

Salary: £22,000 - with salary earning potential of £35k+ upon completion of the course!

Start date: September 2026

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

How does a degree apprenticeship work?

As a Construction Management Degree Apprentice, you'll have the opportunity to gain practical experience whilst you study towards a BSc Construction Site Management with our university partner, Sheffield Hallam, all tuition, and accommodation fees covered by us.

You will play a pivotal role in supporting the planning, coordination, and supervision of construction projects, on time and to the required quality.

Your day to day will include:

• Assisting in the responsibility of a project section or work package where you'll manage the on-site health, safety, and quality.
• Working alongside the wider construction teams and report on the progress of any projects, whilst also liaising with third parties such as councils, utilities, and sub-contractors
• Attending university during pre-determined block weeks to attend lectures and meet other students on your course.

What are the benefits for you?

• 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.

To enrol onto your degree, you will need:

• 5 GCSE at Grade 4 or above including Maths and English
• 2 A-Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications (T-Level, BTEC National Certificate / Diploma / Extended Diploma Or Advanced Diploma)
• Other Level 3 BTEC qualifications may also be considered

If you already hold a degree (or equivalent) related to this programme, then you will not be eligible for this apprenticeship due to funding regulations.

To apply as a mature student, you will need at least 5 years' experience in a related career.

We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferable skills are always welcome! So even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.

Rewards and benefits

We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here .

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here .

We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier

Recruitment timeline for degree apprenticeship roles at Kier

February / March 2026: Initial applications

March / April 2026: Application reviews

April 2026 onwards: Interviews