Graduate Quantity Surveyor

ARC Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent residential developer in Greater London seeks a motivated Graduate Quantity Surveyor for a heritage refurbishment project in Tooting. This opportunity is ideal for recent graduates eager to advance in a supportive environment. The role involves assisting in cost management, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with standards. The package includes a salary of £40-£45k, a £5,000 car allowance, and various benefits, making it a great start for your career.

Benefits

£5,000 car allowance

Annual bonus (approx. 10%)

33 days annual leave

Private medical scheme

Pension scheme with up to 7% employer contribution

Death in Service benefit

Regular company trips and social events

Qualifications

• A recent graduate (or soon-to-be) in Quantity Surveying.
• Proactive team player with a genuine interest in the field.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, tender documents, and bills of quantities.
• Support cost planning and control throughout project lifecycles.
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and clients to ensure financial accuracy.
• Contribute to valuations, change management, and final accounts.
• Carry out site visits and progress monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with heritage conservation standards.

Skills

Strong analytical and numerical skills

Excellent communication and organisational abilities

Passionate about refurbishment and sustainable construction

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Graduate Quantity Surveyor – Heritage Refurbishment Project (Tooting, London)

Salary : £40-£45k + £5,000 car allowance + bonus + benefits

Location : Tooting, London

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join an award winning residential developer on a high-end heritage refurbishment project in Tooting, South London.

This role would suit an ambitious graduate looking to start their career within a supportive environment and a growing business who work to the highest quality on unique and high-profile developments. You'll bring a thirst for knowledge and a degree in Quantity Surveying along with a can‑do attitude and drive to progress in your career.

You’ll assist in the commercial management of projects from tender through to completion, working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers and senior leadership.

Due to location of this and future projects, you MUST have a driving licence and own transport.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, tender documents, and bills of quantities
• Support cost planning and control throughout project lifecycles
• Liaise with contractors, suppliers, and clients to ensure financial accuracy and transparency
• Contribute to valuations, change management, and final accounts
• Carry out site visits and progress monitoring
• Ensure compliance with heritage conservation standards and project‑specific requirements

About You

• A recent graduate (or soon‑to‑be) in Quantity Surveying
• Passionate about refurbishment and sustainable construction
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities
• A proactive team player with attention to detail and a genuine interest

Package

• £40-£45k basic salary
• £5,000 car allowance
• Annual bonus (approx. 10% based on individual and company performance)
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, with Christmas shutdown)
• Private medical scheme (BUPA, post‑probation)
• Pension scheme (up to 7% employer contribution via salary sacrifice)
• Death in Service (3x salary)
• Regular company trips and social events

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive and stable developer with a strong pipeline of work and a collaborative working culture.