Graduate Site Manager 2027

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

Benefits offered by this job

Practical experience

Skill improvement

Networking

Career insight

Job summary

Kier Group is seeking a Graduate Construction Manager to join our Northampton region team on a two-year, permanent, full-time programme. You will support planning, coordination and supervision of projects, working with the Site Manager and stakeholders to ensure on-time delivery and high quality.

Starting salary £31,000 with potential £38k on some contracts, plus car allowance. The role offers a structured development path toward an assistant-level position, with a September 2027 start date.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrate genuine interest in pursuing a career in construction management and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the overall management and coordination of construction projects from start to finish.
• Support the Site Manager in day-to-day site operations and ensure health and safety compliance.
• Monitor project progress, schedules, costs, and quality control measures.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, contractors and stakeholders for effective project execution.
• Maintain accurate site records including reports, safety logs and material deliveries.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Driving licence

Education

Construction management degree

Construction project management

Civil engineering related degree

Job description

We're looking for a Construction Management Graduate to join our team based in the Northampton region.

Location: Rushden, Northampton
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 Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in supporting the planning, coordination, and supervision of construction projects, ensuring they're delivered on time and to the highest quality. This role is perfect for a recent graduate eager to launch a rewarding career in construction management. At Kier, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone is empowered to achieve their career goals, and our people are at the heart of everything we do.

What will you be responsible for?

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

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 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 driving licence

We’re all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, 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. 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.

Application Timeline

October 2026: Initial applications
November 2026: Application reviews
December 2026 / January 2027: Virtual/in-person assessment centres

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