Commercial Graduate

Amey Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holidays 24 days leave + bank holidays

Generous pension scheme

Hybrid/flexible working options

Social Impact Days

Job summary

Amey is offering a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Graduate to join our Scotland SW team based in Perth, with a two-year Graduate Pathway leading to a permanent role. You will gain mentoring, structured learning and development, and support to achieve a relevant professional qualification.

The role involves implementing commercial processes, cost control, and liaison with operations to ensure accurate cost coding and payments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or related discipline.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen.
• Proficient with computers and Excel.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation communication skills.
• Keen to develop QS career.

Responsibilities

• Implement commercial processes for cost capture, valuation, procurement and reporting.
• Submit applications for payment in a timely manner and agree accounts with clients and contracts.
• Ensure maximum recovery of all contractual entitlements.
• Assist in preparing commercial reports, including monthly Cost Value Reconciliation reports, cash flows, budgets and forecasts.
• Liaise with Operations teams to ensure costs and value are correctly coded.
• Manage subcontractor accounts in line with agreed subcontract agreements and Amey processes for certification, payment and liability.
• Manage all aspects of subcontract procurement.
• Provide commercial support as required or directed.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

2:2 degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

Tools

Excel

Job description

Why not join our Meet the Employer sessionfirst? You'll hear more about Amey, the opportunity, potential career pathways, and have the chance to ask questions before deciding whether to apply.

Join Amey andstart building a career with real impact.

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Commercial Graduate to join our Scotland SW team based in Perth. Whether you are finishing university or looking for the next step in your career, this is a great place to develop your skills, confidence and future career.

Starting Salary:

£30,000 per annum (Subject to review)

Working hours per week:

Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm, 37.5 hours per week. Occasional weekend and night site work will be classed as overtime.

Start date:

July 2027

Our two-year Graduate Pathway will challenge and inspire you to reach your full potential and build your career, with a guaranteed permanent position to transition into on completion. Throughout the pathway, you will receive first-class mentoring and structured learning and development to support your professional and personal growth. We will also contribute towards a relevant professional qualification.

About the team:

Join our supportive and inclusive team within NMC SW, where you will work on projects that make a real difference to communities across the UK.

Amey’s Scotland Southwest account supports the delivery, maintenance and improvement of key transport infrastructure across the south-west of Scotland. The account typically involves working in partnership with public sector clients to keep road networks safe, reliable and efficient for local communities and road users. Activities may include highways maintenance, asset management, inspections, winter service, incident response, repairs, and wider operational support. The account brings together commercial, operational and technical teams to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with contractual requirements.

What you will do:

• Implement commercial processes for cost capture, valuation, procurement and reporting.
• Submit applications for payment in a timely manner and agree accounts with clients and contracts.
• Ensure maximum recovery of all contractual entitlements.
• Assist in preparing commercial reports, including monthly Cost Value Reconciliation reports, cash flows, budgets and forecasts.
• Liaise with Operations teams to ensure costs and value are correctly coded.
• Manage subcontractor accounts in line with agreed subcontract agreements and Amey processes for certification, payment and liability.
• Manage all aspects of subcontract procurement.
• Provide commercial support as required or directed.

What you will bring:

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, keen to learn and ready to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative team.

Minimum 2:2 degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline.

Full UK driving licence.

Good commercial and financial acumen

Computer and excel literate

Developed written, verbal and presentation communication skills

Keen to develop QS career

Please note that successful applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing, in line with our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant working environment.

Any offer of employment is conditional upon meeting the required academic criteria.

Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.

At Amey, we work on long-term stable contracts so you can plan a long-term career with us. We have been awarded Platinum status by Investors in People which underscores our commitment to supporting our people across every part of our organisation, enabling them to shine. Whether you are starting your career, returning to the workplace or can bring your professional expertise and skills, there is a place for you here.

Our benefits are designed to help you thrive at work and in your home life. You will have the flexibility to choose benefits and development opportunities that are best for you.

Salary and rewards:

Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you are rewarded for your contributions

All-round support:

You will be supported throughout your graduate pathway by your manager, mentor, Early Careers team and wider graduate network

Career Growth:

Throughout your graduate pathway, you will receive first-class mentoring and a structured learning and development pathway to enable your professional and personal development

Training Opportunities:

Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programmes tailored to your personal growth

Career pathways:

Your graduate pathway can open the door to future opportunities across Amey, helping you build a long-term career after your pathway

Holidays:

Enjoy 24 days leave plus bank holidays and the opportunity to buy more

Pension:

Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey

Flexible working:

Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns open for discussion

Flexible benefits:

Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership

Exclusive Discounts:

Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter

Social Value:

you will get two Social Impact Days each year to volunteer for a charity of your choice and further opportunities to support fundraising initiativesand, where eligible, participate in the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award

Family friendly policies

for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant

Membership of our Affinity Networks

who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey

About Amey

Amey is a global, integrated infrastructure consultancy and operations partner. We design, deliver, protect, andmaintaincritical assets and systems.

We advise, design, finance, deliver, and enhance civic, transport, and defence systems. By combining strategic intelligence, engineering, infrastructure finance, and operationalexpertise, we create secure, resilient, compliant, and high-value outcomes across the lifecycles of new and legacy assets.

What truly defines Amey is our commitment to people. Our business is only as strong as the individuals who power it, and our greatest asset is our team. Ifyou'reready to learn,growand start building a career with real impact,we'dlove to hear from you.

Application Guidance and Diversity & Inclusion

At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine.

As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Please contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] to discuss any access needs, reasonable adjustments or additional support that you may require at any point during the recruitment process.