2027 Quantity Surveying Industry Placement

Cooper & Hall Limited; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is offering a 12‑month Industry Placement for aspiring Trainee Quantity Surveyors. You will support commercial teams on costs, contracts and financial performance across live projects, aiming to develop Chartered QS competencies in a project-based environment.

The placement emphasizes cost management, subcontract administration and accurate recording, with opportunities to engage in interim applications, final accounts and project documentation within UK sites.

Qualifications

• Support commercial teams in managing costs, contracts, procurement and financial performance.
• Assist with monthly cost management activities and commercial records.
• Contribute to interim applications, final accounts and commercial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support cost management across live projects.
• Assist with subcontract administration and maintaining records.
• Assist with interim applications and final accounts.
• Measure and quantify construction works.
• Support valuation of variations.
• Contribute to risk management activities.
• Maintain project documentation.

Skills

Cost management

Contract administration

Financial reporting

Measurement of works

Education

Quantity Surveying

Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Job description

2027 Quantity Surveying Industry Placement

At Laing O'Rourke, we deliver complex engineering and construction projects that shape the built environment. We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join our Early Talent programmes and help drive innovation across our business. We're seeking ambitious graduates who are ready to make an impact. If you're passionate, curious and eager to challenge the status quo, you'll help us drive innovation, transform our industry and shape the future of construction and engineering.

About the programme

Laing O'Rourke's Industry placements provide an excellent opportunity to gain practical, real-world experience within our project-based environment across a 12 month period. You'll work on live projects, build your professional network and develop industry-relevant skills while applying your academic learning in a workplace setting. Successful placement students may be considered for future opportunities across our Early Talent programmes, helping to build a strong foundation for a long-term career with Laing O'Rourke.

What Professional Accreditation can be achieved through this role:

Not applicable

Key Responsibilities – What you'll do:

• As a Trainee Quantity Surveyor, you will support commercial teams in managing costs, contracts, procurement and financial performance across live projects whilst developing the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a Chartered Quantity Surveyor.
• The placement will create opportunities to assist with monthly cost management activities
• Support subcontract administration, prepare and maintain commercial records
• Assist with interim applications and final accounts
• Measure and quantify construction works
• Support valuation of variations
• Contribute to commercial reporting
• Assist with risk management activities
• Maintain project documentation, within live project environments.

Teams and Departments this role will interact with most:

• Project Delivery
• Construction
• Engineering
• Procurement
• Planning
• Design Management
• Digital Engineering
• Manufacturing
• HSE
• Finance
• Supply Chain
• Project Controls

The following Degree Subjects are suitable for this role:

• Quantity Surveying
• Commercial Management
• Construction Management
• Construction Economics
• Project Management
• Civil Engineering
• Finance
• Economics
• Business Management
• Other non construction degree disciplines are considered.

Additional Information

Location:

National, Where current and prospective projects are located

We are recruiting for locations that we anticipate having Early Talent roles for at the time of our next programme commencement. Please note that due to the nature of the business, there could be changes to locations noted.

Our projects are based across the UK (National) so you'll need to be prepared to be flexible about where you work. Depending on project requirements, this may involve travelling, staying away from home during the week, or relocating closer to a project site. In return, you'll gain valuable experience working on a variety of projects, helping you develop your skills and broaden your career opportunities.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support with your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.