Summer Placement 2026 - Cost Management and Commercial Management - London

Turner & Townsend; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in London offers a summer placement for university students in quantity surveying. Interns will develop technical and consultancy skills while working on various projects. Key benefits include 25 days of annual leave, professional training, and a supportive team culture. The ideal candidate should be pursuing a quantity surveying degree and have the right to live and work in the UK.

Benefits

25 Days annual leave

Buy and Sell annual leave

Corporate Gym Membership

Cycle scheme

Pension

Qualifications

• Must be studying towards a quantity surveying degree.
• Must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Develop consultancy skills and work with industry-leading clients.
• Participate in various projects across the construction industry.

Skills

Studying a quantity surveying degree

Education

2:1 or above in related field

Job description

Overview

As a placement with Turner & Townsend you will have the opportunity to develop first class consultancy skills and work with industry leading clients on some of the most exciting projects across the UK. From day one, you’ll dive into the heart of Turner & Townsend, building your internal networks and deepening your understanding of our industry and service area.

We provide summer placements for students in their penultimate year at university but will consider those in their first year or second year of a four year course. The placements usually start in June and will last 8 weeks. This placement is suitable for anyone wanting to gain an insight into the construction industry and the projects we work on.

If you complete a placement with us, you will have the opportunity to fast-track on to another placement or directly on to the Graduate Development Programme. Your fast-track route will be determined by the amount of time you have left at university. If you are returning to university for your final year, we will be able to fast-track you straight on to the GDP.

Our learning approach goes beyond traditional ‘on-the-job’ training. You’ll benefit from a blend of technical and behavioural training, learning from both peers and experienced professionals. This comprehensive approach equips you with the knowledge and skills you need to excel.

Are you ready to embark on a journey that will shape your career and future? Join us at Turner & Townsend and make the difference!

Cost Management is a core discipline at Turner & Townsend, focused on delivering value for money across the lifecycle of a project. It involves managing costs from initial feasibility through to final delivery, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

What You’ll Gain

• Sector Exposure: The opportunity to broaden your knowledge across sectors such as real estate, infrastructure, advisory, defence, and energy and natural resources while developing the skills to provide commercial, strategic, and analytical advice to clients.
• Client and Team Engagement: The opportunity to work with your colleagues in a team environment, and with our clients, to drive positive social and environmental change, encourage innovation and create a sustainable energy future.
• Tailored Development: A personalised training plan designed to grow your skills and knowledge, with tools to help you track and advance your progress.
• Technical Training: Access to our Technical Training Academy, where you’ll deepen your professional expertise, sharpen your capabilities, and prepare for future challenges.
• Supportive Culture: A collaborative team environment that actively supports your development and helps you grow your career as a professional.
• Global Opportunity: The chance to join a high-performing, global professional services firm known for its resilience and adaptability in changing market conditions.
• Purpose-Driven Work: Opportunities to contribute to our commitments in sustainability, innovation, inclusivity, wellbeing, and community impact.

Qualifications

• Studying a quantity surveying degree and on track for a 2:1 or above.
• Right to live and work in the UK (we are unable to offer visa sponsorship).

Benefits

• 25 Days annual leave
• Buy and Sell annual leave
• Corporate Gym Membership
• Cycle scheme
• Pension

Other Requirements

In some regional roles, the ability to drive may be necessary due to the location of client offices.

To be considered for roles in the Defence arena, you will need to pass both a Baseline Personnel Security Standard check and UKSV SC clearance. This process will begin once you’ve accepted an offer and confirmed your willingness to undergo the checks.

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SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.

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