Industrial Placement Student - Civil Engineer

Kier Group; Spring Hill; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a Civil Engineering Student for a 12-month Industrial Placement. You will assist in managing projects, gaining valuable hands-on experience and mentorship. Ideal candidates are students undertaking Civil Engineering degrees, available for a placement year from 2026-2027. This role offers a starting salary of £26,208 per annum and the opportunity to build skills in a real-world environment.

Benefits

Hands-on experience

Skill improvement

Networking opportunities

Career insights

Qualifications

• Student undertaking a degree in Civil Engineering.
• Availability for a placement year from 2026-2027.
• Graduation year in 2028.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing contractual and financial aspects of construction projects.
• Plan, execute, and manage relevant projects.
• Conduct research and analysis for project decisions.
• Prepare reports and documentation related to projects.
• Participate in team meetings for decision-making.

Skills

Strong interest in construction engineering

Excellent organizational skills

Strong analytical abilities

Effective communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Full UK driving licence

Education

Civil Engineering degree

Job description

Overview

Industrial Placement Student Civil Engineer

We\'re looking for a Civil Engineering Student to join our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks team based on our prestigious Royal Devonport project on an Industrial Placement.

Location: Devonport, Southwest

Starting Salary: £26,208 per annum

Pathway: 12 Months - 40hrs per week, with the potential to lead onto a Graduate position

Starting date: September 2026

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

What you will beresponsible for?

As an Industrial Placement Civil Engineer you will assist in managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of construction projects. 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 relevant to your field of study.
• 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.
• Participating in team meetings and contribute to problem-solving and decision-making processes.

How does an Industrial 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.

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?

We\'re on the lookout for students undertaking a degree in Civil Engineering, who have the option or require to complete a placement year from 2026 - 2027. After your placement, you\'ll be returning to university with a graduation year of 2028.

• Strong interest in construction engineering and project management.
• 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 a full UK driving licence.

Rewards and benefits

We are proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a variety of flexible 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 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.

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

Recruitment timeline

• Sept - October 2025: Initial applications
• November 2025: Application reviews
• January 2026 onwards: Interviews