Graduate Quantity Surveyor - Civils

McLaughlin & Harvey Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured 18-month programme

Dedicated mentoring

ILM qualification

Job summary

McLaughlin & Harvey, one of the UK and Ireland’s leading building and civil engineering contractors, invites graduates to join its Graduate Development Programme in Quantity Surveying. You will be at the heart of projects, gaining hands-on experience and developing cost-management skills.

The 18-month structured programme includes dedicated mentoring, progression routes, and the potential to achieve an ILM qualification; applicants should be final-year students in QS or related fields and

Qualifications

• Final year bachelor’s or HNC/HND students in Quantity Surveying or related disciplines.
• Forward thinkers with strong numeracy and analytical skills.
• Team players with drive, curiosity, and a passion for the built environment.
• Eligibility to work in the UK or Ireland.
• Hold a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, negotiate and analyse costs for tenders and contracts
• Ensure sub-contractors are pre-qualified in accordance with management systems
• Procuring of Sub-Contractors and prepare Sub-Contractor order documentation
• Assess and certify Sub-Contractor interim payments and issue appropriate Payment / Pay‑less notices
• Assist on a range of legal and contractual issues
• Prepare Interim Valuations and Final Accounts
• Manage and value Variations
• Produce monthly Cost Value Reconciliation on contracts

Skills

Numeracy

Analytical skills

Team player

Driven

Education

Final year Bachelor's or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or related

Job description

Are you ready to launch your career in the world of Quantity Surveying? Join McLaughlin & Harvey, one of the UK and Ireland’s leading building and civil engineering contractors, on our Graduate Development Programme

What’s in it for you?

• Structured 18 month programme with dedicated mentoring and clear progression routes


• Hands‑on experience across major construction and infrastructure projects


• Opportunity to complete an Institute of Leadership and Management qualification


• Competitive salary & benefits package


• Be part of a team that lives by its core values: Commitment, Collaboration and Caring

What to expect:

As a graduate, you’ll be at the heart of the project, gaining invaluable hands‑on experience for you to thrive in an evolving industry. During the programme you will have the opportunity to:

• Prepare, negotiate and analyse costs for tenders and contracts


• Ensure sub-contractors are pre‑qualified in accordance with management systems


• Procuring of Sub‑Contractors and prepare Sub‑Contractor order documentation


• Assess and certify Sub‑Contractor interim payments and issue appropriate Payment / Pay‑less notices


• Assist on a range of legal and contractual issues


• Prepare Interim Valuations and Final Accounts


• Manage and value Variations


• Produce monthly Cost Value Reconciliation on contracts

Who we’re looking for:

• Final year bachelor’s or HNC/HND students in Quantity Surveying or related disciplines


• Forward thinkers with strong numeracy and analytical skills


• Team players with drive, curiosity, and a passion for the built environment


• Eligibility to work in the UK or Ireland


• Hold a full UK driving licence

Don’t just start a job - start a career with McLaughlin & Harvey.

McLaughlin & Harvey are an equal opportunities employer who are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. We expect every employee to care and commit to their contribution to the cultivation and maintenance of an environment where everyone has the opportunity to feel included and is afforded the respect and dignity they deserve.

As a Disability Confident employer we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment where we will provide all reasonable adjustments at interview stage and beyond and commit to extending an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum job role requirements.