Job Description

We're looking for a Civil Engineering Student to join our Transportation team based in Northamptonshire for a Summer Placement. You will be a part of our EKFB business area, working on the HS2 project.
Transportation - Build and maintain infrastructure for the highways, rail, aviation and ports sectors, with a common goal of connecting people. We provide transport solutions that are sustainable, long-lasting and that promote various methods of transport 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: Chipping Warden, Northamptonshire
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 Civil Engineer, you'll be working within the Transportation team assisting in the planning & coordination, design & management of the project and on-site activities. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and develop a strong foundation in quantity surveying.
What will your day-to-day duties include?

• Assisting in the planning, execution, and management of projects relevant to your field of study.
• 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.
• Participating in team meetings and contribute to problem-solving and decision-making processes.

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 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 Civil Engineering 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.
The role of Summer Placement Civil Engineer is great for you if:

• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.

• Good communication skills written and verbal

• Ability to work well both independently and collaboratively as part of a team

• Ideally hold a full driving licence

Rewards and benefits
We are proud to be able 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

Skills Required