Construction Graduate - London

Skilled Careers; Greater London; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Central London is seeking a Construction Graduate to join a growing team on residential and commercial projects. This role is ideal for a recent graduate with a degree in Construction Management or Quantity Surveying and a desire to start a career in construction.

You will work with project and commercial teams, supporting planning, measurements, procurement, and reporting while gaining hands-on experience across the delivery process.

Qualifications

• Recent degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Genuine interest in the construction industry.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and develop.
• Proactive and positive attitude.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Desire to gain practical experience across residential and commercial projects.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the delivery of residential and commercial construction projects.
• Assisting with project planning, programming and progress monitoring.
• Supporting Quantity Surveyors with valuations, variations and cost reporting.
• Assisting with procurement and subcontractor management.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications and project documentation.
• Attending site meetings and assisting with project coordination.
• Supporting the preparation of reports and project documentation.
• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants and other project stakeholders.
• Developing an understanding of construction contracts, commercial processes and project delivery.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Proactive attitude

Teamwork

Career development

Interest in construction

Education

Construction Management

Quantity Surveying

Related discipline

Job description

Construction Graduate Central London

Construction Graduate

Location: Central London
Salary: Up to £30,000 depending on experience
Sector: Residential & Commercial Construction

An established and growing construction business is looking to appoint a Construction Graduate to join its team in Central London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate who has completed a degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related subject and is looking to begin their career within the construction industry.

Working across a range of residential and commercial projects, you will gain valuable hands-on experience and exposure to both the operational and commercial sides of construction.

The Role

As a Construction Graduate, you will work closely with experienced members of the project and commercial teams, gaining exposure to a variety of responsibilities including:

• Supporting the delivery of residential and commercial construction projects

• Assisting with project planning, programming and progress monitoring

• Supporting Quantity Surveyors with valuations, variations and cost reporting

• Assisting with procurement and subcontractor management

• Reviewing drawings, specifications and project documentation

• Attending site meetings and assisting with project coordination

• Supporting the preparation of reports and project documentation

• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers, consultants and other project stakeholders

• Developing an understanding of construction contracts, commercial processes and project delivery

About You

We are looking for a recent graduate who is keen to build a long‑term career within construction.

Ideally, you will have:

• Recently completed, or be due to complete, a degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline

• A genuine interest in the construction industry

• Good communication and organisational skills

• Strong attention to detail

• A willingness to learn and develop

• A proactive and positive attitude

• The ability to work effectively as part of a team

• A desire to gain practical experience across both residential and commercial projects

Previous construction experience, including placements, internships or relevant work experience, would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £30,000

• Central London location

• Exposure to a varied portfolio of residential and commercial projects

• Hands‑on experience working alongside experienced construction professionals

• Structured development and opportunities to progress your career

• The opportunity to build strong technical, commercial and project management skills

• A long‑term career path within an established construction business

This is an ideal opportunity for a recent Construction Management or Quantity Surveying graduate looking to take their first step into a rewarding career within the construction industry.