GRAHAM Academy - Student Quantity Surveyor (Year Out Placement) - Interior Fit Out - London

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Greater London

Hybrid

GBP 18,000 - 24,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Private medical

Life assurance

Living away from home

Pension

Annual leave

Job summary

GRAHAM Academy in London is seeking a Year Out Student Quantity Surveyor to support the Interior Fit-Out team. You’ll assist with budgets, valuations, procurement and cost control while gaining hands-on experience on live fit-out projects.

You’ll work with senior QS professionals, project teams and site staff, developing commercial reporting and client relationships in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Currently studying a degree-level qualification in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline.
Demonstrate strong communication skills.
Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong IT skills.
Right to work in the UK.
Full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation of project budgets, cost plans, and valuations.
Support subcontractor procurement and account administration.
Help monitor project costs and maintain commercial records.
Assist with variations, payments, and final accounts.
Attend site visits and project meetings to gain an understanding of project delivery.
Work closely with Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, and site teams.
Build relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Contribute to the successful commercial management of interior fit-out projects.

Skills

Strong communication

Numerical & analytical ability

IT literacy

Team player

Problem solving

Right to work in UK

Driving licence

Education

Quantity Surveying or related degree

Job description

GRAHAM Academy - Student Quantity Surveyor (Year Out Placement) - Interior Fit Out - London

London, United Kingdom | Posted on 07/10/2026

At GRAHAM, we are committed to developing the next generation of commercial professionals. We are seeking a motivated Year Out Student Quantity Surveyor to join our Interior Fit-Out team as part of a placement year.

Working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors and project teams, you'll gain valuable hands‑on experience supporting the commercial delivery of high‑quality fit‑out and refurbishment projects across a range of sectors. You'll be involved in cost management, procurement, valuations, subcontractor administration, and financial reporting, helping you build a strong foundation for a future career in Quantity Surveying.

This placement offers an excellent opportunity to apply your academic learning in a live project environment while developing practical skills and industry knowledge within the fast‑paced fit‑out sector.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Assist with the preparation of project budgets, cost plans, and valuations.
Support subcontractor procurement and account administration.
Help monitor project costs and maintain commercial records.
Assist with variations, payments, and final accounts.
Attend site visits and project meetings to gain an understanding of project delivery.
Work closely with Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, and site teams.
Build relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
Contribute to the successful commercial management of interior fit‑out projects.

This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged and the range of duties to be undertaken.

It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder.

INDUSTRIAL PLACEMENTS

Our industrial placements can last from 3-12 months, dependent on your college/university curriculum. On your placement you will be given the support, guidance and experience which will lay the foundations for a great future in a Construction career. Show us what you can do and your placement could lead to a company scholarship award and an offer of employment when you graduate.

THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS

The closing date for applications will be Friday 8th January 2027.
Interviews will commence in February 2027.
Successful candidates will be notified in March 2027.
All successful applicants will join the business by September 2027, with some opportunities to start earlier where possible.

Requirements

Technical Competencies

Currently studying a degree-level qualification in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline.
Demonstrate strong communication skills.
Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong IT skills.
Right to work in the UK.
Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable:
An appreciation of Health & Safety practices.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Previous work experience specifically in Construction industry.
Able to demonstrate problem solving.

Behavioural Competencies

show willingness to build a strong business acumen combined with the creativity and vision to meet customer needs and GRAHAM business requirements.

Effective Communication skills

Able to adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports. Able to maintain and manage communication links with a variety of stakeholders.

Presents a professional image and promotes the Brand.

Customer Focus

Takes time to question and understand the real, underlying needs of the customer, beyond those initially expressed. Always works closely with customers, developing an independent view of their needs and acting in their long term interest

Influencing

Identifies and builds relationships with those who will be useful now and in the future in achieving strategic business objectives.

Initiative

is able to work alone to get results in an effective way. Understands and seeks to minimise waste in resources and processes. Adopts and encourages others to adopt new ways of working. Ability to work unsupervised.

Team Player

Always willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives. Works collaboratively and uses influence to gain resolution of issues. Demonstrates honestly, loyalty and commitment.

Negotiation

Ability to negotiate with both subcontractors and representatives of the Employer to ensure all contractual rights and obligations are realised and protected

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