Graduate Quantity Surveyor - Residential Construction
Location - Warrington, Cheshire
Salary/Package - £30,000 - £40,000 + Package
About the Company
Our client is an established residential construction contractor with a long-standing history within the UK construction sector. The business delivers a wide range of residential developments across the UK, including build-to-rent, multi-family, affordable housing, specialist living and high-density residential schemes.
The business has a strong forward pipeline, with projects ranging from traditional residential developments through to complex, large-scale high-rise schemes. With a focus on quality, commercial performance and delivering projects on programme, this is an excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to develop their career within a successful commercial team.
The Role
Our client is looking to appoint a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Warrington.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recently graduated Quantity Surveyor or someone at the early stages of their commercial career to gain hands-on experience across major residential construction projects.
Working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors and the wider commercial team, you will receive support and development while gaining exposure to the full commercial lifecycle of construction projects.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting Quantity Surveyors with the commercial management of construction projects
Assisting with the preparation and review of subcontractor packages
Supporting the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers
Assisting with tender analysis and comparison of quotations
Preparing and maintaining cost reports
Assisting with valuations and applications for payment
Monitoring project costs against budgets
Supporting the management of variations and compensation events
Assisting with subcontractor accounts and payments
Supporting the preparation of final accounts
Reviewing drawings, specifications and contract documentation
Assisting with cost forecasting and reporting
Maintaining accurate commercial records
Working closely with site teams, planners, procurement and project management
Attending project and commercial meetings where required
Developing an understanding of construction contracts and commercial procedures
Supporting senior members of the commercial team across multiple projects
The Ideal Candidate
The successful Graduate Quantity Surveyor will ideally have:
A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction discipline
Ideally some previous construction industry experience through a placement, internship or graduate scheme
A genuine interest in developing a career within Quantity Surveying
Strong numerical and analytical skills
Good attention to detail
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A willingness to learn and develop
Ability to work effectively as part of a commercial team
Good IT and Microsoft Office skills
An understanding of construction processes and commercial principles
A proactive and commercially minded approach
Full UK driving licence would be advantageous
What's on Offer
£30,000 - £40,000 salary
Excellent package
Warrington-based position
Opportunity to work on major residential and high-rise construction projects
Exposure to build-to-rent, multi-family and affordable housing schemes
Structured career development and progression
Support from experienced commercial professionals
Opportunity to develop towards a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor position
Long-term career opportunity within an established contractor
Collaborative and supportive working environment
Apply
If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates.
Please Note: Due to the high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.