Summer Placement - Construction Management

Kier Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK construction company is seeking Construction Management students for an 8-week summer placement in Edinburgh. The role involves assisting in project planning and execution, providing valuable hands-on experience and mentorship opportunities. Candidates should be returning to their studies after the placement, hold a UK driver's license, and possess strong organizational and analytical skills.

Benefits

Practical experience

Skill improvement

Networking opportunities

Career insights

Potential employment opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be returning to university upon completion of the placement.
• Hold full UK driver's license.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Strong interest in Construction Management

Excellent organizational and time management skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Overview

Construction Management Student to join the Construction team based in Edinburgh for a Summer Placement.

Location: Edinburgh with flexibility to travel across the region. Pathway: 8 weeks at 40 hours per week. Starting date: July 2026. Starting Salary: £26,208 per annum.

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.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Summer Placement Construction Management, 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 construction management.

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 summer placement scheme. The programme will take 8 weeks to complete and has been designed to immerse you in the world of construction, to gain practical experiences to support your degree.

Benefits

• 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 looking for students undertaking a degree in Construction Management or a related field, who can join us on an 8-week placement across July – August. You must be returning to university upon completion of your placement.

Role fit

• 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.

Rewards and benefits

We offer a variety of flexible benefits that you can tailor to your needs.

Diversity and inclusion

We are committed to making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work. Our employees shape Kier’s diversity and inclusion initiatives, with our D&I action plan available for reference. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria are offered an interview.

Recruitment timeline

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