Graduate Quantity Surveyor

About The Role

We're seeking a motivated and ambitious Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our Construction team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to develop their commercial and project management skills while working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers on projects from inception through to completion.

As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you'll play an important role in supporting the commercial delivery of construction projects, helping to ensure they achieve value for money while meeting quality, programme, and budget requirements. This role offers excellent exposure to all stages of the project lifecycle and provides a strong foundation for professional development, including support towards chartership pathways such as RICS.

What You Will Be Doing

• Assisting with cost planning, budgeting, cashflow forecasting, and financial reporting across construction projects.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of project cost plans, commercial records, and project documentation.
• Assisting with the measurement and quantification of construction works and monitoring project expenditure against approved budgets.
• Supporting procurement activities, including preparing tender documentation, obtaining quotations, and evaluating submissions.
• Assisting with contract administration and gaining experience of industry-standard forms of contract such as NEC and JCT.
• Attending site visits, progress meetings, and project reviews whilst supporting project delivery teams.
• Supporting project valuations, final accounts, change control processes, variations, and compensation events.
• Producing financial reports, analysing project performance, and highlighting emerging commercial risks.
• Building positive working relationships with contractors, consultants, clients, and internal stakeholders.
• Participating in learning and development opportunities to build your professional knowledge and experience.

What We Are Looking For

• A degree, or equivalent qualification, in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• A genuine interest in developing a career in Quantity Surveying and commercial management within the construction sector.
• An interest in working towards professional accreditation such as RICS.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• Good analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and present information clearly.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to build positive working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
• A full UK driving licence, or the ability to meet the travel requirements of the role.

What You Will Get in Return

• A salary of up to £36,581 per annum.
• The opportunity to gain practical experience across a diverse portfolio of construction projects.
• Ongoing support, training, and mentorship from experienced construction professionals.
• Exposure to the full project lifecycle, helping you build the skills and experience required for a successful career in Quantity Surveying.
• Professional development opportunities, including support towards industry-recognised qualifications and chartership pathways.
• A collaborative working environment where you can develop your career while contributing to projects that deliver real value for communities and stakeholders.

Inclusive Recruitment

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and lived experiences. If you're excited about this role but don't meet every requirement in the JD, we'd still like to hear from you. Applications are welcome in Welsh or English and will be treated equally.