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Kier Group Civil / Structural Engineer Interview Questions
& Process

Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.

Based on 39 interview experiences · FREE TO READ

2.6 Rounds average
Average Typical difficulty
89.7% Positive experience

Candidate interview experiences

First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Kier Group.

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Quantity Surveyor

Operations · more than a year ago

Senior Average Positive experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Presentation

It was a really professional and thorough interview process. Started with a chat with the Managing Surveyor, then I had an interview with the Commercial Manager. Near the end, we covered a bunch of KPI questions focused on Kier's core values, like equality and diversity, health and safety, and professional conduct.

Confirmed questions2 questions
  • In your capacity as commercial lead, how would you oversee health and safety on a project?
  • How would you manage health and safety as the commercial lead on a project?
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Quantity Surveyor

Other

Entry Easy Positive experience Decline offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Presentation
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation Group

I applied online and got invited to do a video interview. It was simple competency questions and questions about myself and the company. It took about 20 minutes. About 3 weeks later, I was invited to the assessment day. It was really fun, about 12 people were there, and they had a rotation system. The individual interview was relaxed and lasted about 50 minutes, and we got to talk to current grads. We had a group activity in the afternoon, and at the end, we did a presentation we prepared that day. We presented to about 2 people about how we embody the company's values. They were friendly and wanted honesty; if you don't know an answer, just say so.

Confirmed questions5 questions
  • In what ways do you reflect our company values?
  • What motivates your interest in becoming a Quantity Surveyor?
  • What draws you to Kier specifically?
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Civil Engineer

Engineering

Entry Average Neutral experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Group Presentation Take home
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Group Presentation

It was a relaxed interview, lasting about an hour. There were no technical questions. Instead, two managers led a group discussion with five participants about current challenges in the construction sector. We also had a group task involving a 5-minute presentation on Kier's values. A mathematical problem-solving test was included, and I got to meet other graduates.

Confirmed questions4 questions
  • Could you start by telling us about yourself?
  • What is it about Kier that attracts you?
  • Can you discuss your strengths and weaknesses?

Kier Group Civil / Structural Engineer Interview Questions

Quoted word for word from Kier Group interview reports.

When designing a five-story building intended to hold a heavy water tank on the top floor, what key considerations would you need to address in your design and construction plan concerning the water tank?

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Can you outline a method statement for constructing a concrete slab?

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Regarding building a structure, what factors would you consider when choosing between steel and reinforced concrete?

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What are three words that your friends would use to describe you?

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If a colleague isn't adhering to health and safety protocols, what steps would you take to address the situation?

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Which of Kier's core values do you feel is most aligned with your own?

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If you observed concrete being poured incorrectly on a construction site, what steps would you take, and how would you advise on preventing such issues in the future? Detail the individuals you would engage with on-site to address the problem.

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How would you manage health and safety as the commercial lead on a project?

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Formats, difficulty and experience

Across all 39 Kier Group interview reports.

Interview formats

Behavioral 39.8%
Technical 21.4%
Presentation 21.4%
Group 17.3%

Interview difficulty

Easy 17.9%
Average 69.2%
Difficult 12.8%

Candidate experience

Positive 89.7%
Negative 5.1%
Neutral 5.1%