Graduate Quantity Surveyor - 2027 - UK Wide

Skanska

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About The Position

Skanska is recruiting a Graduate Quantity Surveyor for its 2027 Development Programme, starting in September 2027. The two-year programme offers hands-on experience, structured learning and mentoring, while developing technical and interpersonal skills and supporting progress towards chartered status. The role is within the Infrastructure operating unit and supports projects at various locations across the UK, including the A428 upgrade, Network Rail’s Northwest & Central framework and Anglian Water’s capital programme in Peterborough. The role requires visits to sites across the UK. Skanska says flexibility can be discussed at interview, and reasonable adjustments are available during recruitment.

Requirements

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Commercial Management or an equivalent subject, accredited by RICS.
• Familiarity with commercial IT systems such as Oracle, CEMAR or ProjectWise.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets for costing, data manipulation and basic modelling.
• A solid understanding of measurement and estimating, including take-offs, cost checks, bills of quantities or schedules of rates.
• Awareness of contract variation, notices and claims processes.
• Clear written and verbal communication, strong attention to detail and a team-working mindset.
• Actively pursue professional accreditation.
• Have a driving licence or work towards obtaining one within the first year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with contract administration and commercial reporting.
• Input and manage data accurately in contract management systems.
• Certify and process contract change control by logging change notices, obtaining approvals and quantifying cost and time impacts.
• Maintain cost ledgers, reconcile site and procurement records, and assist with cost negotiation and agreement with subcontractors.
• Participate in the Skanska Graduate Programme and pursue professional development towards chartered status.
• Visit project sites across the UK.

Benefits

• Membership expenses covered for the professional body of the employee’s choice.
• Regular professional and social events.
• Opportunities to volunteer at least one day per year.
• Access to employee networks, including Women’s, Ability, Pride, O.N.E (Origins Nationality Ethnicity), Military, and Mental Health & Wellbeing.
• My Rewards discounts and a cycle to work scheme.
• Wellbeing support through an employee assistance programme, mental health ambassador network and wellbeing conversations.
• Development pathways and support towards professional accreditation.
• Opportunities to network and collaborate within a community of more than 100 graduates and apprentices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level