Summer Placement - Site Manager

Kier Group; Ledston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Practical experience

Skill development

Networking opportunities

Career insights

Job summary

Kier Group in Leeds is seeking a Summer Placement Construction Manager to support planning, coordination and supervision of construction projects. This eight-week role offers hands-on experience and a pathway to a future career in construction management.

The placement runs from July 2027, at 40 hours per week, with a salary of £27,976 pro rata. You will work alongside experienced professionals committed to your growth and development.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in Construction Management or related discipline.
• Demonstrates motivation to learn and develop professionally.
• Able to prioritise tasks and manage time effectively in a team setting.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the overall management and coordination of construction projects from start to finish.
• Supporting the Site Manager in day-to-day site operations and safety compliance.
• Monitoring progress, schedules, costs and quality control measures.
• Collaborating with architects, engineers, contractors and stakeholders for effective execution.
• Maintaining accurate site records and progress reports.

Skills

Driving licence

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Construction Project Management

Civil Engineering

Job description

We're looking for a Summer Placement Construction Manager to join our team based in Leeds.

Location: Leeds
Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: £27,976 pro rata
Start: July 2027 - 8 weeks

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

This is an exciting opportunity for a student seeking an 8-week summer placement to gain valuable hands-on experience, develop practical skills, and explore a potential future career in 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 exciting opportunity is designed for a recent graduate eager to launch a rewarding career in construction management. You'll have the chance to develop your skills whilst working alongside experienced professionals who are committed to supporting your growth and development.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Summer Placement Construction Manager, you'll be working within the team, supporting them in delivering successful construction projects.

Your day to day will include:

• Assisting in the overall management and coordination of construction projects from start to finish
• Supporting the Site Manager in overseeing day-to-day site operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Monitoring project progress, including schedules, costs, and quality control measures
• Collaborating with architects, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and project execution
• Maintaining accurate site records, including progress reports, safety logs, and material deliveries

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?

This role of Summer Placement Construction Manager is great for you if:

• You're working towards a degree in Construction Management, Construction Project Management, Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline
• You demonstrate a genuine interest in pursuing a career in construction management with clear motivation to learn and develop professionally
• You can prioritise multiple tasks and manage time effectively whilst maintaining high standards
• You work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating collaboration, reliability, and respect for others
• You hold a full UK driving licence

Rewards and benefits

We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of 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 huge 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.

Due to the nature of this role, you will also be required to complete a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (applicants with convictions will be treated on a case‑by‑case basis. We do not discriminate based on an applicant's conviction history or the details of any convictions disclosed to us). Some roles may also be subject to further pre‑employment checks.