Graduate Site Manager 2027

Kier Group; Park Central; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

Kier invites applications for a Graduate Construction Manager to join our Birmingham region team. The role focuses on planning, coordination, and supervision of construction projects, with a clear path from graduate to assistant level over a two-year programme, in a structured, supportive environment.

Starting salary £31,000 per annum with car allowance where applicable on some contracts; starting date September 2027.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Clear motivation to pursue a career in construction management.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively.
• Works well in a team and demonstrates collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in management and coordination of construction projects from start to finish.
• Support Site Manager in daily site operations and safety compliance.
• Monitor progress, schedules, costs and quality control.
• Liaise with architects, engineers, contractors and stakeholders.
• Maintain site records including progress reports and deliveries.

Skills

Degree in Construction Management

Motivation to learn

Time management

Team player

UK driving licence

Education

Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Job description

We're looking for a Graduate Construction Managerto join our team based the Birmingham region

Location: Birmingham
Hours: 40 hours per week
Starting Salary: £31,000 per annum + Car Allowance (on some contracts)
Pathway: Permanent, Full-time 2-year programme, leading to assistant level role upon completion with salary potential of CIRCA £38k
Starting date: September 2027

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

As a Graduate Construction Site Manager, 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. You'll have the opportunity to develop your skills whilst working on exciting projects, supported by experienced professionals who are committed to helping you achieve your career goals.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Graduate Construction Manager, you'll be working within the team,supporting them in delivering construction projects to the highest standards.

Your day to day will include:

• Assisting in the overall management and coordination of construction projects from start to finish
• Supporting the Site Manager in overseeing day-to-day site operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Monitoring project progress, including schedules, costs, and quality control measures
• Collaborating with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and project execution
• Maintaining accurate site records, including progress reports, safety logs, and material deliveries

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.

What are we looking for?

This role of Graduate Construction Manager is great for you if:

• You hold a degree in Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline
• You demonstrate a genuine interest in pursuing a career in construction management with clear motivation to learn and develop professionally
• You can prioritise multiple tasks and manage time effectively whilst maintaining high standards
• You work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating collaboration, reliability, and respect for others
• You hold a full UK driving licence

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.

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.

Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case-by-case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.

Application Timeline

October 2026: Initialapplications

November 2026: Application reviews

January 2027: Virtual/in-person assessment centres

We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier.

It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations we reserve the right to close adverts early

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