Industrial Placement - Construction Management

Kier Group plc.; Loughton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Loughton seeks an Industrial Placement Construction Manager to support project planning, coordination, and supervision. The role offers hands-on experience and mentorship, aimed at developing skills in construction management. Ideal candidates are students pursuing relevant degrees, with strong organizational and communication skills. This placement runs for 12 months, helping students gain practical experience and networking opportunities.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme

Qualifications

• Must be a student with the option to complete a placement year between 2025 and 2026.
• Graduation year should be 2027.
• Full UK driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, execution, and management of construction projects.
• Collaborate with team members and stakeholders to meet project objectives.
• Conduct research and prepare documentation related to project activities.

Skills

Interest in Construction Management

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

University degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Overview

As an Industrial Placement Construction 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 offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and develop a strong foundation in quantity surveying.

What will your day-to-day duties include?

• 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 does a placement work?

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 yourself in the world of construction, you\'ll get to see your learnings in real world situations and gain practical experiences to support the rest of your degree.

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 are we looking for?

We\'re on the lookout 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\'ll be returning to university with a graduation year of 2027.

The role is suitable 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 UK driver\'s license.

Disability Confident

About Disability Confident

A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to .

Location and benefits

We\'re looking for a Construction Management Student to join our Construction team based in Loughton for an Industrial Placement.

Within this role you can enjoy 26 days annual leave, 24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme, and even more https://jobs.kier.co.uk/benefits/

About Kier

We are a leading UK national contractor delivering projects of all sizes and complexities in the public and private sectors, including education, healthcare, defence and justice and borders. We design and deliver buildings that are key to the UK\'s infrastructure - from hospitals and treatment centres, to schools, leisure centres and prisons. Construction comprises our Regional Building, Strategic Projects, Kier Places, KME and 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/

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on our placement programme. These programmes have been designed to provide you with the experiences and tools needed for progression within your chosen career. Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a high 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.

Equal opportunity

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.