Graduate Quantity Surveyor – Water & Infrastructure

Binnies; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Flexible benefits package

Private healthcare options

Hybrid working arrangements

Support towards professional charter-

Job summary

Binnies is seeking a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to support delivery of clean water and wastewater projects through cost and contract management. You will work with experienced quantity surveyors and project teams, travelling to client sites as required.

You will develop cost estimates, assist with tender submissions, and contribute to value engineering while pursuing chartership with support from the team. A strong numerical mindset and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline (RICS accredited preferred).
• A strong interest in the water, utilities, or infrastructure sector.
• Good numerical, analytical, and communication skills.
• Attention to detail, self-motivated and ability to work collaboratively in a team.
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards it).
• Continuous training and development – tailored training agreements towards chartership.
• Working alongside other professionals and JV construction partners, in multi‑disciplinary environments.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of cost estimates, budgets, and tender submissions
• Assist with contract administration and commercial reporting
• Monitor project costs, identify risks, and manage change processes
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and clients (e.g. Thames Water, Welsh Water, Scottish Water)
• Ensure compliance with NEC contracts, procurement frameworks, and commercial procedures
• Contribute to value engineering, cost‑saving initiatives, and financial forecasting
• Assist in the management of subcontract works packages and the preparation of cash/payment applications

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

RICS accreditation preferred

Job description

Binnies is seeking a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to support delivery of clean water and wastewater projects through cost and contract management. You will work with experienced quantity surveyors and project teams, travelling to client sites as required.

You will develop cost estimates, assist with tender submissions, and contribute to value engineering while pursuing chartership with support from the team. A strong numerical mindset and attention to detail are essential.