We're looking for a Graduate Cost Planner to join our Natural Resources, Nuclear and Networks team based in Bridgwater, Somerset.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on our structured graduate development programme. These programmes have been designed to provide you with the experiences and tools needed for progression within your chosen career.
What will you be responsible for?
Kier Group is a leading UK construction and infrastructure services company, made up of different business divisions including Construction, Transportation, Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks, and Property. With a diverse range of opportunities across the country, we offer a dynamic and inclusive environment where you can launch a rewarding career.
As a Graduate Cost Planner, you'll be assisting in the preparation and analysis of cost estimates and budgets for construction and infrastructure projects.
Your day to day will include
- Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and forecasts for projects.
- Support the development of cost plans and feasibility studies to determine the financial viability of projects.
- Analyse and review project drawings, specifications, and tender documents to understand cost implications.
- Work with project teams to monitor costs during the project lifecycle and provide regular updates on cost variations.
How does the graduate scheme work?
When you join, you will be enrolled onto our graduate scheme. The programme will take 2 years to complete and has been designed to equip you with the skills you need to excel in your chosen profession and help you achieve professional membership or chartership.
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?
We're looking for people due to graduate in 2025, or have recently graduated within the past three years, with a degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related field.
The role of Graduate Cost Planner is great for you if:
- Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data.
- Good understanding of construction processes, materials, and industry standards.
- Excellent attention to detail, with the ability to manage and analyse large amounts of data.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within project teams and with clients.
- Hold a full UK drivers 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.
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.
