Graduate Quantity Surveyor

WP Recruitment; Carisbrooke; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

WP Recruitment seeks a Quantity Surveyor to support cost planning, budgeting and procurement for construction projects on the Isle of Wight. You will prepare bills of quantities, tender documents and assist with contractor appointments, valuations and cost reporting.

The role requires a degree in Quantity Surveying, strong numerical/analytical skills, and excellent communication. Permanent, 39 hours/week, Monday to Friday, on-site duties.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Willingness to progress to chartered status.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist cost planning, budgeting for construction and maintenance projects.
• Prepare bills of quantities, schedules of work, tender documents and contract information.
• Support procurement processes, tender analysis and contractor appointments.
• Assist contract administration, including valuations, variations and cost reporting.
• Monitor project expenditure and identify cost risks and value-for-money opportunities.
• Contribute to final account preparation and project close-out activities.
• Work with surveyors, project managers and design colleagues to support delivery.
• Prepare clear reports for clients and internal teams.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Industry

Property Services

Location

Isle of Wight

Hours

39 hours per week

Days

Monday - Friday

Duration

Permanent

Duties

• Assist with cost planning, estimating and budget preparation for construction and maintenance projects.
• Support the preparation of bills of quantities, schedules of work, tender documents and contract information.
• Assist with procurement processes, tender analysis and contractor appointments.
• Support contract administration, including valuations, variations, payment notices and cost reporting.
• Monitor project expenditure and help identify cost risks, savings and value-for-money opportunities.
• Contribute to final account preparation and project close-out activities.
• Work closely with building surveyors, project managers and design colleagues to support effective project delivery.
• Prepare clear reports, records and updates for clients and internal teams.

Experience

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline with a willingness to progress to chartered status
• Good numerical, analytical and commercial awareness.
• Strong communication skills with a positive, collaborative and client-focused approach
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage workload across multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Salary

Salary: £35-37,000 per annum