Severfield is a leader in the design, fabrication, and erection of structural steelwork across the UK and Ireland. With an innovative and dynamic team, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality projects in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
As part of our continued success, we are offering a summer placement opportunity within our Project Management Department
Our competitive advantage is our people, and we're always looking for talented individuals to join us as we continue to transform skylines across the UK & Europe. A career at Severfield presents the opportunity for you to develop, grow, and to feel part of something special, after all, we are all in it
together
!
Our Commercial & Industrial division designs, fabricates and constructs structural steelwork for a variety of different sectors including commercial offices, stadia & leisure, industrial & distribution, data centres, retail and health and education.
The division has manufacturing sites in three locations: Dalton, Lostock, and Enniskillen. Each has full-service capabilities and modern manufacturing processes enabling us to provide a high-quality product to a variety of different sectors. Each of our sites has its own strong reputation in the market and between them cover a wider geographical area, including Europe. They continue to set the
bar high
in their highly complex market!
Vacancy Details
As a summer placement student, you'll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in our Project Management Department, working closely with seasoned professionals in the construction and steelwork industry. You'll assist in various areas of Project Management, both off and on site, including client team meetings, design and drawing office coordination, production management within our on-site facility, site coordination, safety management, quality assurance, and technical support. This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply your academic learning in a real-world setting.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist the project management team with daily operational tasks
Learn about the delivery of our projects including design and drawing office functions.
Support with monitoring both off site activities and our construction progress and reporting on milestones
Work alongside our engineers and supervisors to understand project delivery
Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas to improve processes
Help with material management and liaising with suppliers
What We're Looking For:
A current student studying a Project Management / Construction-related degree or course
Strong interest in gaining practical site experience in the construction industry
Proactive attitude with a passion for learning
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of a team in a vibrant and fast-paced environment
A keen attention to detail and problem-solving skills
What You Can Expect:
Valuable, hands-on site experience that will complement your academic learning
Exposure to large-scale projects and a range of construction processes
A chance to build connections with industry professionals and expand your network
A fun, collaborative, and supportive work culture with a focus on personal development
Competitive remuneration for the duration of your placement
What We Offer
At Severfield, we're all about doing the right thing, so as you'd expect, we offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.
We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets to apply. We value the unique perspectives that come from different life experiences and are committed to building an inclusive environment. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality, religion, or faith. At Severfield, we believe that a diverse team drives innovation and success, and we are eager to hear from all who want to contribute to our dynamic workplace.
We will be considering candidates as they apply and we will occasionally close job advertisements early in the event we receive sufficient applicants, so please don't delay in submitting your application.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Recruitment agencies - Please note that we kindly request no contact from recruitment agencies or third-party providers regarding this role. We genuinely appreciate your interest but are currently managing our hiring process in-house.
About Us
Severfield is the largest structural steelwork Group in the UK and among the biggest in Europe. We have been involved in the UK's highest profile structural steel projects and we have the design and engineering capabilities to deliver the UK's largest, most complex projects.
Today, with multiple sites in the UK, Europe, and our joint venture in India, we have an annual capacity to produce around 300,000 tonnes of fabricated steelwork.
Please click on the image below to watch our capabilities video on YouTube.
Acting on behalf of our clients, our project portfolio includes world-class stadia, bridges, national infrastructure, as well as shaping city skylines across the UK and further afield.
Benefits
Looking after our employees means both their physical and mental wellbeing. We're proud to offer a range of benefits including:
25 days holiday
7% employer pension contributions
Employee assistance programme (EAP)
Employee benefits scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Save as you earn
Free onsite parking (role specific)
Business health insurance
Job Reference: SUKIE00317
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