Graduate Quantity Surveyor- 2027

Kier Group; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group in Ipswich is looking for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our Infrastructure team on the Sizewell C project. You'll assist in managing contractual and financial aspects of major infrastructure work and gain hands-on experience with mentorship from experienced professionals.

Starting Sept 2027 on a permanent, full-time 2-year programme, with a starting salary of £31,000 and a potential £4,750 car allowance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or currently working towards one.
• Graduate in 2027 or within the past three years.
• Full driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and managing project budgets, cost plans, and cost estimates.
• Support measurement and valuation of on-site works.
• Help prepare and submit tenders and contract documents.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to monitor progress and quality.
• Collaborate with the project team to prepare progress reports and financial statements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Quantity Surveying degree or working towards

Job description

Graduate Quantity Surveyor.

We're looking for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our Infrastructure team based on our Sizewell C project in Suffolk.

Location: Ipswich, Suffolk

Hours: 40 hours per week

Starting Salary: £31,000 per annumwith potential £4,750 car allowance depending on eligibility and project

Pathway: Permanent, Full-time 2-year programme, leading to assistant level role upon completion with salary potential of CIRCA £38k

Starting date: September 2027

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you'll assist in managing the contractual and financial aspects of infrastructure projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and develop a strong foundation in quantity surveying. You'll be supported in your professional development as you build your career with us.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Quantity Surveying team, supporting them in delivering successful infrastructure projects. Your day to day will include:

• Assisting in preparing and managing project budgets, cost plans, and cost estimates
• Supporting the measurement and valuation of work done on-site
• Helping prepare and submit tenders and contract documents
• Conducting site visits and inspections to monitor progress and ensure work meets specifications
• Collaborating with the project team to prepare progress reports and financial statements

What are the benefits for you?

• Practical experience: gain valuable hands‑on experience in your field.
• Skill improvement: develop technical and professional skills.
• Networking:build professional relationships and expand your network.
• Career insight: gain insights into your chosen industry and potential career paths.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for people due to graduate in 2027, or have recently graduated within the past three years, with a degree in Quantity Surveying.

• Have a degree in Quantity Surveying or are currently working towards one
• Demonstrate a genuine interest in pursuing a career in quantity surveying and the construction industry
• Have strong analytical and critical thinking skills with excellent attention to detail
• Work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating collaboration, reliability, and respect for others
• Hold a Full driving licence

Rewards and benefits

We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here. As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

Recruitment timeline

October 2026: Initial applications

November 2026: Application reviews

January 2027 onwards: In-person assessment centres