Project Manager Degree Apprentice

We're looking for a Project Manager Degree Apprentice to join our Natural Resources, Infrastructure team working on our Thames Water contract based at Hogsmill, Surrey, working towards a Level 6 apprenticeship in Project Management. Within this role you can enjoy 26 days annual leave, 24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme, and even more https://jobs.kier.co.uk/benefits/

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on an apprenticeship. Whilst working towards a recognised qualification, you'll be able to put your learnings into practice in your day-to-day role, helping you progress within your chosen career.  https://www.kier.co.uk/who-we-are/our-business-divisions/

Location: Hogsmill, Kingston Upon Thames, Surrey

Hours: 40hrs per week 

Salary: £22,000 - with salary earning potential of £35k+ upon completion of the course! 

Start date: September 2026

How does a degree apprenticeship work? 

As a Project Manager Degree Apprentice you'll have the opportunity to gain practical experience whilst you study towards a Level 6 apprenticeship in Project Management with our apprenticeship partner, all tuition and accommodation fees covered by us. 

You'll work closely with the Natural Resources, Infrastructure team to design and deliver projects that are key to the UK's infrastructure 

Your day to day will include:

• Assisting in the responsibility of a project section or work package where you'll manage the on-site health, safety, and quality.
• Working alongside the wider construction teams and report on the progress of any projects, whilst also liaising with third parties such as councils, utilities, and sub-contractors
• Assist with developing project programmes, schedules, and work plans
• Coordinate day-to-day site activities with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants
• Attend site meetings, client meetings, and progress reviews, taking accurate notes and actions

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? 

To enrol onto your degree, you will need:  

• Grade 9-4 GCSE qualifications in English and Maths
• A level (level 3), normally in a minimum of two subjects
• Applicants with no formal qualifications will also be considered on an individual basis.

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.

Recruitment timeline for degree apprenticeship roles at Kier

February / March 2026: Initial applications

March / April 2026: Application reviews

April 2026 onwards: Interviews