Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Our client is a leading global multidisciplinary consultancy with an established presence across the UK and international markets. Delivering expertise across infrastructure, engineering, construction, and the built environment, the business partners with clients on complex, high-profile projects that shape communities and support long-term economic growth.

Due to continued growth within their infrastructure team, they are looking to appoint a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join their London office.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Graduate Quantity Surveyor to develop their career within a well-established consultancy environment, working alongside experienced commercial and project management professionals on major infrastructure and civil engineering projects.

The successful candidate will support the delivery of cost management and quantity surveying services throughout the project lifecycle, gaining exposure to a diverse range of infrastructure schemes while developing their technical, commercial, and client-facing skills.

Previous work experience within infrastructure or civil engineering is essential for this position. Candidates should have a genuine interest in the infrastructure sector and be keen to build a long-term career within a multidisciplinary consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with cost planning, cost estimating, and budget preparation for infrastructure and civil engineering projects.
• Support the preparation of bills of quantities, tender documentation, and procurement packages.
• Assist with tender analysis, cost comparisons, and the evaluation of contractor submissions.
• Monitor project costs, expenditure, and financial performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support the preparation of interim valuations, payment assessments, and final accounts.
• Assist with change control, variations, and commercial risk management.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, project managers, and other cost consultants.
• Contribute to project reporting, cost forecasting, and the preparation of client-facing documentation.
• Develop an understanding of industry standards, contractual arrangements, and best practice in quantity surveying.
• Work towards relevant professional accreditation, such as RICS, with support from the wider team.

Candidate Requirements

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a closely related discipline.
• Previous work experience, placement experience, or an internship within infrastructure or civil engineering is essential.
• A strong interest in major infrastructure, transport, utilities, highways, rail, or other civil engineering projects.
• A sound understanding of quantity surveying principles and commercial cost management.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities and work effectively within a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and enthusiasm for professional development.
• An interest in working towards RICS chartership or another relevant professional qualification.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to join a globally recognised, multidisciplinary consultancy.
• Exposure to major infrastructure and civil engineering projects across the UK and potentially international markets.
• Structured career development and support towards professional accreditation.
• Mentorship from experienced quantity surveyors and commercial professionals.
• A collaborative working environment with opportunities to work across multiple disciplines.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

If you are a Graduate Quantity Surveyor with relevant infrastructure or civil engineering experience and are looking to take the next step in your career, we would welcome your application.

Apply today to find out more about this opportunity and the projects you could be involved in.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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