Summer Placement - Quantity Surveyor

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

Job summary

A leading construction and infrastructure services company is looking for a Quantity Surveying Student for a Summer Placement in Leeds. This 8-week program offers valuable hands-on experience, mentorship, and insights into the construction industry. Ideal candidates will be pursuing a degree related to Quantity Surveying and possess strong numerical and communication skills. Start date is July 2026 with a salary of £26,208 per annum.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme

Practical experience and skill improvement

Qualifications

• Must be returning to university upon completion of placement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing all aspects of contractual and financial side of projects.
• Maximise gross profit for projects.
• Assess and mitigate commercial/contractual risks.

Skills

Excellent numerical and analytical skills

Good communication skills

Ability to work well independently and in a team

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or related field

Job description

Overview

We\'re looking for a Quantity Surveying Student to join our Construction team based in Leeds for a Summer Placement.

Within this role you can enjoy 26 days annual leave, 24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme, and more.

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.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on our placement programme. These programmes provide experiences and tools needed for progression within your chosen career.

Location

Leeds - With flexibility to travel across the region

Placement details

Starting Salary: £26,208 per annum

Pathway: 8 Weeks - 40 hours 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 Quantity Surveyor, you\'ll be working within the Construction team assisting 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.

Day-to-day duties

• Manage commercial resources of the project
• Assisting in maximising gross profit for projects
• Assessing, reviewing, and mitigating commercial/contractual risks as well as value work executed by sub-contractors
• Helping prepare and submit tenders and contract documents
• Collaborating with the project team to prepare progress reports and financial statements

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, you\'ll get to see your learnings in real world situations and gain practical experiences to support the rest of 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 on the lookout for students undertaking a degree in Quantity Surveying, 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.

Qualifications and attributes

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills
• Good communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work well both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Hold a full driving licence

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a high priority. Our employees are key in shaping Kier\'s diversity and inclusion initiatives. We are a Disability Confident employer and will ensure fair access to interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for this role.

Recruitment timeline

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