Summer Placement - Construction Management

Kier Group; South Tyneside; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK construction firm is seeking a Construction Management Student for a summer placement in Newcastle. This 8-week program provides hands-on experience in project planning and management, with benefits including a salary of £26,208 per annum. The ideal candidate should be pursuing a degree in Construction Management and possess strong organizational and analytical skills.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme

Valuable hands-on experience

Qualifications

• Must be returning to university after placement.
• Hold a full UK driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination, and supervision of projects.
• Assist in planning and execution of projects.
• Conduct research for project decisions.
• Prepare reports and documentation.

Skills

Strong interest in Construction Management

Excellent organizational skills

Strong analytical abilities

Effective communication skills

Ability to work in a team

Education

Pursuing a degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a Construction Management Student to join our Construction team based in Newcastle for a Summer 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 and the team

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/

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.

Location and details

Location: Newcastle - With flexibility to travel across the region

Starting Salary: £26,208 per annum

Pathway: 8 Weeks - 40hrs per week

Starting date: July 2026

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

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.

Your day-to-day duties

• 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 the placement works

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 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.

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.
• 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 can join us on an 8-week placement across July - August. You must be returning to university upon completion of your placement.

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.

Rewards and benefits

We are proud 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.

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.

We look forward to seeing your application to#joinkier

Recruitment timeline

October 2025: Initial applications

November 2025: Application reviews

January 2026 onwards: Interviews