Graduate Quantity Surveyor - Ruislip and Reading - 2027

OCU Group; Denham; Vor Ort; GBP 26.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

OCU Group is seeking a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join the Commercial team in either Ruislip or Reading. You will support the delivery of infrastructure and utility projects, under the supervision of senior QS professionals, gaining exposure to commercial management from tender through final account.

The two‑year Graduate Programme offers hands-on responsibility, structured training and progression within OCU's project portfolio.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or related discipline with a minimum 2:2.
• Full UK driving licence would be beneficial.
• Relevant experience through placements or internships in construction/infrastructure is advantageous.

Aufgaben

• Assist with valuations and subcontractor accounts.
• Support cost reporting, forecasting and procurement activities.
• Contribute to variance analysis, cost control and commercial reporting.
• Engage in contract administration and risk management across projects.
• Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to maximise commercial value.

Kenntnisse

Analytical thinking

Numerical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Organised

Ausbildung

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Commercial Management or related

Jobbeschreibung

Graduate Quantity Surveyor - Ruislip and Reading - 2027

Department: Regulated Power

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Ruislip

Reporting To: Daniel Wright

Description

You'll play a key role in supporting the commercial management and successful delivery of infrastructure and utility projects across OCU. Based in either Ruislip or Reading, you'll work as part of our Commercial team, helping to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, profitably and in accordance with contractual requirements. Working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, Engineers and Operational teams, you'll gain valuable hands‑on experience across all aspects of commercial project delivery.

You'll gain exposure to a wide range of quantity surveying activities, supporting projects from tender stage through to final account. Working on live infrastructure and utility projects, you'll help manage costs, monitor budgets, support procurement activities and contribute to commercial decision‑making that drives successful project outcomes.

As part of the role, you'll assist with preparing valuations, reviewing subcontractor accounts, managing compensation events and variations, producing cost reports and supporting forecasting activities. You'll gain valuable experience in contract administration, cost control, risk management and commercial reporting, while developing an understanding of the financial and contractual mechanisms that underpin major infrastructure projects.

The role will involve collaboration with both office‑based and site teams, providing practical exposure to the full project lifecycle and insight into how commercial decisions influence project performance. As your skills and confidence grow, you'll take on increasing responsibility, develop strong commercial and stakeholder management skills, and become an important contributor to the successful delivery of OCU's projects.

Perfect for

Graduates who are passionate about commercial management, construction and infrastructure and want to build a career at the heart of project delivery. You'll be analytical, organised and detail-oriented, with strong numerical, communication and problem‑solving skills and an interest in understanding how projects are managed from both a commercial and operational perspective.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with financial data, negotiating solutions and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes. You'll be keen to develop your commercial awareness, contract management expertise and financial acumen while working alongside experienced professionals on complex and rewarding projects.

You'll enjoy balancing detailed analysis with practical project involvement, helping to deliver critical infrastructure while ensuring commercial performance and value are maximised throughout the project lifecycle.

Entry Requirements

You'll need (or be on track to achieve) a degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline with a minimum 2:2 classification.

Due to the nature of the role and travel between offices and project sites, a full UK driving licence would be beneficial.

Relevant experience through placements, internships, university projects or part‑time employment within construction, infrastructure, utilities or commercial environments would be advantageous.

Training Programme

Our 2 year Graduate Programme combines structured training with hands‑on experience, giving you real responsibility from day one. You'll learn directly alongside industry experts in a collaborative, supportive environment. We invest in your continuous professional development, giving you the tools, confidence and clear progression path to build a long‑term career within OCU.