Graduate / Junior Quantity Surveyor

Carmichael UK; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentoring

Career progression

Project exposure

Competitive salary

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking a Graduate/Junior Quantity Surveyor to join a major international Tier 1 contractor delivering high-profile projects across the UK. The role is site-based, offering hands-on experience on warehouses, factories, data centres and more.

You will work within an established commercial team, gaining exposure to valuations, subcontractor accounts, cost reporting and procurement while developing your commercial skills alongside experienced professionals.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) Degree in Quantity
• Willingness to work on site and travel as required
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Full UK driving licence preferred
• UK right to work, no sponsorship offered

Responsibilities

• Assisting with the preparation of valuations and applications for payment
• Supporting the management of subcontractor accounts and payments
• Assisting with cost reporting, forecasting and CVRs
• Helping to monitor project costs and budget performance
• Reviewing and processing subcontractor quotations and variations
• Supporting procurement activities and package management
• Assisting with contract administration and record keeping
• Attending site meetings and liaising with project stakeholders
• Supporting the preparation of final accounts

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Numerical ability

Analytical thinking

MS Excel

Education

BSc (Hons) Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Are you a recent Quantity Surveying graduate/ Junior Quantity Surveyor (1-2 years exp) looking to kick-start your career with a leading construction contractor within the commercial building sector, constructing warehouses, factories, industrial building, commercial building, shopping centres, data centres etc?

We are seeking a motivated Graduate / Junior Quantity Surveyor to join a major international and Tier 1 construction business delivering high-profile projects across the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual who is eager to develop their commercial skills whilst working alongside experienced industry professionals on site.

The Role

Working as part of an established commercial team, you will gain exposure to all aspects of quantity surveying and commercial management throughout the project lifecycle. This role is predominantly site-based, providing valuable hands-on experience on large-scale construction projects.

• Assisting with the preparation of valuations and applications for payment
• Supporting the management of subcontractor accounts and payments
• Assisting with cost reporting, forecasting and CVRs
• Helping to monitor project costs and budget performance
• Reviewing and processing subcontractor quotations and variations
• Supporting procurement activities and package management
• Assisting with contract administration and record keeping
• Attending site meetings and liaising with project stakeholders
• Supporting the preparation of final accounts

Requirements

• BSc (Hons) Degree in Quantity
• Strong desire to build a long-term career in quantity surveying for contractors
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong numerical and analytical abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Full UK driving licence preferred
• Willingness to work on site and travel as required
• UK right to work, no sponsorship offered

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to work for a recognised international Tier 1 contractor
• Structured training and mentoring from experienced Quantity Surveyors
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Exposure to major construction and infrastructure projects
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Support towards professional development and chartership