Industrial Placement – Quantity Surveyor
Location: Plymouth, South West
Starting Salary: £27,976 per annum
Pathway: 12 Months – 40hrs per week, with the potential to lead onto a Graduate position
Starting date: September 2027
Sponsorship: We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.
About the Role
As an Industrial Placement Quantity Surveyor, you will assist in managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of infrastructure projects. You will be working in the Nuclear sector on our prestigious Royal Devonport project. 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
- Assist in maximising gross profit for projects
- Assess, review, and mitigate commercial/contractual risks as well as value work executed by sub-contractors
- Help prepare and submit tenders and contract documents
- Collaborate with the project team to prepare progress reports and financial statements
Industrial Placement Programme
Kier is committed to encouraging talent and providing opportunities for growth and development. When you join, you will be enrolled onto our industrial placement scheme. The programme will take 12 months to complete and has been designed to immerse yourself in the world of construction, see your learnings in real world situations, and gain practical experiences to support the rest of your degree.
Benefits
- 26 days annual leave
- 24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme
- 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
Requirements
- Degree (or working towards a degree) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a closely related discipline
- Demonstrates a genuine interest in pursuing a career in quantity surveying and the construction industry, with clear motivation to learn and develop professionally
- Demonstrates numerical confidence and the ability to use data to support decision-making (with support and development where required)
- Shows enthusiasm for learning new skills and knowledge, and the ability to adapt in response to feedback
- Works effectively as part of a team, demonstrating collaboration, reliability, and respect for others
- Hold a full UK driver license
Who We're Looking For
Students undertaking a degree in Quantity Surveying, who have the option or requirement to complete a placement year from 2027 - 2028. After your placement, you'll be returning to university with a graduation year of 2029.
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.
Recruitment Timeline
- October 2026: Initial applications
- November 2026: Application reviews
- January 2027 onwards: Interviews
It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations we reserve the right to close adverts early.
About Kier
Kier + Wright is a civil engineering and land surveying firm providing services for land development, planning, and construction projects. Since 1972, the company has served municipalities, agencies, and private sector clients across multiple states, delivering civil engineering plans, surveying, construction staking, and renewable energy services.
Interested in this role?
Apply now to join Kier.