Job Description:

Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Grays, Essex
£28,000 per annum

We are recruiting for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join an established specialist construction subcontractor based in Grays, Essex.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Quantity Surveying graduate looking to begin their career within the construction industry. You will work alongside experienced commercial staff and receive full training and support as you develop into a fully competent Quantity Surveyor.

The Role

You will assist with the commercial management of projects from tender stage through to completion.

Your duties will include:

• Assisting with the preparation of estimates and project budgets
• Carrying out measurements and quantity take-offs from drawings
• Obtaining quotations from suppliers and subcontractors
• Assisting with procurement and placing subcontract orders
• Preparing and submitting valuations
• Monitoring project costs against budgets
• Assisting with the identification and pricing of variations
• Reviewing subcontractor applications and invoices
• Supporting the preparation of monthly cost reports
• Attending site meetings and carrying out site visits
• Liaising with Project Managers, site teams, clients and suppliers
• Assisting with final accounts and project close-out
• Developing a strong understanding of commercial management within specialist subcontracting

The Candidate

You will ideally have recently completed, or be close to completing, a degree in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.

Previous construction experience is not essential, although any placement, site or industry experience would be advantageous.

You should be commercially minded, organised, confident with numbers and keen to develop a long-term career in Quantity Surveying.

A driving licence would be beneficial due to occasional site visits.

Salary

£28,000 per annum

Location: Grays, Essex

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a successful specialist subcontractor offering structured training, hands-on project experience and excellent long-term career progression.