Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Tetra Tech; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Tetra Tech in Birmingham is seeking a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our Next Gen Talent development programme. You will gain hands-on experience on live projects, supported by a structured learning plan to grow technical and professional skills.

You will help with cost planning, tendering and contract administration while working toward APC preparation and RICS Chartered status. Hybrid working in Birmingham is available as you develop.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 degree in Quantity Surveying (BSc or BEng)
• Strong MS Office, written and verbal communication skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle; suitable for Security Clearance

Responsibilities

• Support cost planning and initial estimating to shape project decisions.
• Prepare tender and contract documents with accuracy and detail.
• Assist with fund monitoring and delivery of construction projects.
• Support employer's agent duties and wider contract administration activities.

Skills

Cost Planning & Estimating

Tender & Contract Support

Project & Fund Monitoring

Contract Administration

Stakeholder Collaboration

Education

2:1 degree in Quantity Surveying (BSc or BEng)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job title: Graduate Quantity Surveyor
Location: Birmingham
Start Date: September 2027

Joining Tetra Tech as a graduate is more than starting a new job - you'll become part of our Next Gen Talent development programme, designed to support you as you build your career with us. Alongside hands-on experience and exposure to real projects, you'll benefit from a structured programme of regular learning, training and development opportunities, helping you grow your technical and professional skills as you progress.

You'll be supported throughout your development by experienced colleagues, giving you the opportunity to learn, build your network and develop the skills and experience needed for a successful long-term career with Tetra Tech.

Purpose & Scope of the Role

Tetra Tech is a leading technical, engineering and environmental consultancy delivering data-driven solutions across water, environment, infrastructure, energy and international development. With over 6,000 people and 50+ offices across the UK and Europe, we combine local delivery with global capability. This graduate role sits within our Cost Consultancy team and offers the opportunity to support cost and procurement management processes while working towards Tetra Tech's internal APC preparation programme and Chartered status with RICS.

Your Impact in this position

You will contribute to the successful delivery of construction projects by supporting cost planning, tendering, contract administration and project delivery. Working closely with clients and design teams, you'll help provide clear commercial advice and practical support across pre-and post-contract duties.

5 Core Capabilities

• Cost Planning & Estimating - Support initial estimating and cost planning to help shape informed project decisions.
• Tender & Contract Support - Prepare tender and contract documents with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Project & Fund Monitoring - Assist with fund monitoring, due diligence and the delivery of construction projects.
• Contract Administration - Support employer's agent duties and wider contract administration activities.
• Stakeholder Collaboration - Work closely with clients, architects, structural engineers and project managers across a range of projects.

Training, Qualifications & Experience

You'll need a minimum 2:1 degree in Quantity Surveying, BSc or BEng, plus strong MS Office, written and verbal communication skills. Self-motivation, a full UK driving licence, access to a vehicle and suitability for Security Clearance are required.

Working Environment

Based in Birmingham, with hybrid working supported in line with team and project needs. As a graduate role, there will be an expectation to spend more time in the office initially to support learning, collaboration and development, with travel as required

Application Closing Date: 31st October 2026
Assessment Centre to be held: February 2027

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting and engineering services working across the full project lifecycle worldwide. We have a wide range of expertise across our teams, providing a global support network with a personalised approach to client relationships to better understand where we can add value. We provide a collaborative environment that supports individual performance, innovation, and creativity.

We support public and private sector clients on local, national, and international projects to deliver sustainable and resilient solutions. Our operations in the UK, Ireland, and the Netherlands include more than 6,000 employees who are Leading with Science to solve our clients' most complex problems.

In alignment with the Equality Act 2010, we will make reasonable adjustments to support candidates and employees requiring additional arrangements. This could include adaptations to work schedules, training approaches, or the physical workspace. Please inform us if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process or in your day-to-day role