Graduate Commercial Quantity Surveyor

Mitie Group plc.; City Of London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure firm is seeking a Graduate Commercial Quantity Surveyor based in London. This two-year accelerated scheme offers extensive exposure across the commercial function, developing your technical and commercial skills through hands-on experience in project management. Ideal candidates have a minimum 2:2 degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field, excellent analytical and communication skills. Competitive starting salary of £29,000.

Benefits

Professional mentorship

Structured development sessions

Support for professional accreditation

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:2 degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Supporting cost planning and tendering for projects.
• Managing budgets and financial tracking.
• Conducting cost value reconciliations and preparing financial reports.
• Building client relationships and supporting negotiations.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Minimum 2:2 degree in Quantity Surveying or a closely related discipline

Job description

Overview

Graduate Commercial Quantity Surveyor
Location: The Shard, London, SE1 9SG
Starting Salary: £29,000
Start Date: ASAP

At Mitie Projects, we are shaping the future of the built environment. We work in a market worth around £19bn annually, delivering building infrastructure upgrades, energy and renewables, inspirational workplaces, and modernisation programmes that drive productivity and connectivity. Our expertise spans consulting and advisory services, professional project services, design & build delivery, and asset optimisation. With our specialist businesses including G2 Energy, Rock Power, JCA Engineering, Custom Solar, and Consulting, we are delivering innovative solutions that help clients achieve net zero, boost efficiency, and transform their estates. Our two-year accelerated Graduate Scheme gives you the opportunity to rotate across the Mitie Projects Division within the Commercial function, gaining exposure to cutting-edge projects across multiple sectors. You'll develop your technical and commercial skills while working on large-scale, high-impact projects.

What you can expect

• Mentoring & support: A dedicated programme mentor and professional mentor to guide you.
• Structured development: Monthly cohort sessions to enhance your technical, commercial, and leadership skills.
• Diverse exposure: Work across our specialist businesses and gain experience in different areas of the project lifecycle.
• Professional accreditation: Support and guidance to work towards chartership with professional bodies such as RICS.

What you'll be doing

As a Graduate Commercial Quantity Surveyor at Mitie Projects, you'll play a central role in ensuring the commercial success of our projects. From the initial planning stages through to project handover, you'll gain hands-on experience in every part of the commercial lifecycle. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and delivery teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards. This role combines technical knowledge, financial analysis, and stakeholder management, giving you the skills to build a rewarding long-term career.

• Supporting cost planning and tendering, including budgets, estimates, and bid submissions.
• Managing budgets and financial tracking across live projects.
• Handling variations and applications for payment to protect profitability.
• Conducting cost value reconciliations and preparing financial reports.
• Assisting with contract administration and compliance.
• Supporting subcontractor management, from enquiries to final accounts.
• Building client relationships and supporting negotiations.
• Analysing project performance and contributing to lessons learned.
• Collaborating with project teams to align delivery and commercial outcomes.

What we are looking for

Essential:

• Minimum 2:2 degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a closely related discipline (e.g. Commercial Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering with QS focus).
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the confidence to engage with a range of stakeholders.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A proactive, collaborative approach with a willingness to take ownership of tasks.
• Right to work in the UK.

At Mitie Projects, we are shaping the future of the built environment. We work in a market worth around £19bn annually, delivering building infrastructure upgrades, energy and renewables, inspirational workplaces, and modernisation programmes that drive productivity and connectivity. Our expertise spans consulting and advisory services, professional project services, design & build delivery, and asset optimisation. With our specialist businesses including G2 Energy, Rock Power, JCA Engineering, Custom Solar, and Consulting, we are delivering innovative solutions that help clients achieve net zero, boost efficiency, and transform their estates. Our two-year accelerated Graduate Scheme gives you the opportunity to rotate across the Mitie Projects Division within the Commercial function, gaining exposure to cutting-edge projects across multiple sectors. You'll develop your technical and commercial skills while working on large-scale, high-impact projects.