Graduate Quantity Surveyor 2026 Program – Essex & London

Skanska; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Essex is seeking a Graduate Quantity Surveyor for their 2026 Graduate Programme. This role offers the chance to contribute to sustainable projects, develop technical and interpersonal skills, and engage with a large community of graduates. Successful candidates will need to pass security clearance and possess a driving licence for site visits. The program starts in September 2026 and aims to build a meaningful career while making a positive impact on local communities.

Benefits

Networking opportunities

Professional development support

Employee networks

Wellbeing support

Discounts and cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Studying towards or have completed a Quantity Surveying degree.
• Driving licence required for site visits.

Responsibilities

• Help minimise costs to ensure profitability.
• Build relationships and negotiate with contractors.
• Support site measurement and completion of records.
• Procure trade contract packages and prepare documents.
• Assist with subcontract package procurement.
• Measure and quantify works for cost validation.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Commercially minded

Values driven

Passionate about sustainability

Enthusiastic about learning

Education

Quantity Surveying degree accredited by the RICS

Other commercially focused or construction qualification backgrounds

Job description

A leading construction company in Essex is seeking a Graduate Quantity Surveyor for their 2026 Graduate Programme. This role offers the chance to contribute to sustainable projects, develop technical and interpersonal skills, and engage with a large community of graduates. Successful candidates will need to pass security clearance and possess a driving licence for site visits. The program starts in September 2026 and aims to build a meaningful career while making a positive impact on local communities.