Industrial Placement - Site Manager 2027

Kier Group; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group in Southampton offers an Industrial Placement Construction Manager role for a degree student. You will support planning, coordination and supervision of construction projects, helping ensure on‑time delivery and quality.

The placement is 40 hours per week with a pro rata salary of £27,976, starting September 2027, and you will gain hands‑on experience alongside experienced professionals. This placement is designed for those pursuing construction management, offering real

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Construction Management or a closely related field.
• Demonstrates genuine interest in pursuing a career in construction management with motivation to learn and develop.
• Able to prioritise multiple tasks and manage time effectively while maintaining high standards.
• Works well in a team and shows reliability and respect for others.
• Holds a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Driving licence

Education

Construction Management

Construction Project Management

Civil Engineering

Job description

We're looking for an Industrial Placement Construction Manager to join our team based in Southampton

Location: Southampton
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £27,976 pro rata
Starting Date: September 2027

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

This is an exciting opportunity for a degree student seeking a placement year to gain valuable hands‑on experience and begin building a successful career in Construction Management.
You will play a pivotal role in supporting the planning, coordination, and supervision of construction projects, ensuring they are delivered 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 work collaboratively with experienced professionals, gaining hands‑on experience whilst contributing to meaningful projects that make a real difference.

What will you be responsible for?

As an Industrial Placement Construction Manager, you'll be working within the construction operations team, supporting them in delivering high‑quality 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 Industrial Placement Construction Manager is great for you if:

• Working towards 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: Initial applications

November 2026: Application reviews

January 2027: Virtual assessment centre

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

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