Summer Placement: Design Manager in Construction (Essex)

Kier Group; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 164,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group in Essex is offering a Summer Placement Construction Design Manager role for an 8‑week period starting September 2027, based in the Essex region. The role is 40 hours per week with a pro rata salary of £27,976.

You will assist the design team in coordinating and managing construction projects from inception to completion, gaining hands‑on experience, mentorship, and a potential path into construction design management.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Architectural Technology, Construction Project Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrates motivation to learn and develop professionally.
• Holds a Full driving licence.

Responsibilities

• As a Summer Placement Construction Design Manager, you will support the design team in delivering projects.
• Assist in coordinating and managing the design process from inception to completion.
• Review drawings and designs to ensure timely and clear output, with technical oversight.

Education

Architectural Technology

Construction Project Management

Civil Engineering

Job description

Kier Group in Essex is offering a Summer Placement Construction Design Manager role for an 8‑week period starting September 2027, based in the Essex region. The role is 40 hours per week with a pro rata salary of £27,976.

You will assist the design team in coordinating and managing construction projects from inception to completion, gaining hands‑on experience, mentorship, and a potential path into construction design management.