Quantity Surveyor Intern (Summer 2026 Placement)

Ferrovial Construction; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrovial Construction in Greater London is seeking a Quantity Surveyor Intern for Summer 2026. This role involves assisting with commercial management and contract administration at Heathrow Airport. Candidates should be studying a Degree or Masters in Quantity Surveying and possess strong communication and numerical skills. The internship offers a unique opportunity to develop technical skills under the guidance of Senior Quantity Surveyors. A proactive attitude and teamwork are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to interact at a variety of levels.
• Motivated to learn and add value to the team.
• Proven team player who can work effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with tender enquiries and subcontractor procurement.
• Help manage the day-to-day bill of quantities for projects.
• Focus on cost control in line with financial systems.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong numerical skills

Commercial awareness

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Education

Currently studying a Degree or Masters in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Job Description

Quantity Surveyor Intern (Summer 2026 Placement)

About Ferrovial Construction UK&I

Ferrovial Construction is the UK based engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group. It is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in the world in terms of capital invested. We have a presence across 15 countries with over 60 years’ experience. It is a Spanish multinational company operating through 4 divisions; Airports, Highways, Construction and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial are committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions, with the aim to create value for society, and for clients, investors and employees.

We design and construct some of the UK and Ireland’s most high‑profile transport infrastructure projects. We have the strength and depth to deliver complex major projects in‑house, drawing on international expertise and full asset lifecycle capability. We provide our clients with cost‑effective, value‑added solutions and design and build sustainable assets for people and places.

We maximise potential through continuous professional development and create an equal, inclusive and diverse place to work to drive innovation.

At Ferrovial, we have five core values: Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity and Respect. We are proud of our work and values which we live by to achieve our goals.

Whilst working on large complex projects, you will be encouraged to achieve your maximum, all the while having support and guidance. An ability to work well in a team is key to the delivery of our projects, so that effective communication skills are critical.

The role

Ferrovial Construction is looking for Quantity Surveyor Interns to assist with commercial management/contract administration at Heathrow Airport from June to the end of August 2026. The Ferrovial NextGen Internship programme is designed to develop personal, professional and technical skills through a blended approach. You will work under the supervision of our Senior Quantity Surveyors.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with tender enquiries, analysis of quotations and subcontractor procurement.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in the management of the day‑to‑day bill of quantities for the relevant sections of allocated projects to ensure financial efficiencies.
• Help analyse subcontractor valuations.
• Focus on cost control in line with the business’s financial systems.
• Coordinate with procurement teams to ensure compliance with financial parameters.
• Assist in the production and monitoring of applications, final accounts, payment certificates, and change control.
• Assist in checking agreed sub‑contract applications and accounts.
• Support document control.
• Contribute to the achievement of health and safety in accordance with company policy.
• Promote company values in all dealings with other employees, clients, subcontractors and external contacts.
• Adopt and promote Ferrovial Construction UK Vision and Values; take ownership of assigned work.

Skills and Competence

• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact at a variety of levels.
• Excellent written and oral English language proficiency.
• Strong numerical skills.
• Currently studying a Degree or Masters in Quantity Surveying.
• Motivated to learn and add value to the team and the role.
• Analytical thinker who enjoys problem solving.
• Proven team player who can effectively work with others.
• Capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Proactive approach to work and learning.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of the industry.
• Proficient with all Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).

Interpersonal Skills

• Highly motivated.
• Logical thinker with willingness to learn.
• Results driven with strong communication skills.
• Enjoys working in a team.

Essential

• Must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment and for the entirety of the internship programme.

Other Details

This role is looking at a June 2026 start and August 2026 end.

Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.

Equal Opportunities

Ferrovial Construction UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and treats applications equally and recruits purely based on skills and experience.

We are committed to building an inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills and encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

EEO Statement

Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all job applications equally regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status or protected genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.