Key Takeaways
- Gain practical experience and achieve RICS Chartered Status on major construction and infrastructure projects.
- Support commercial management, cost control, and contract administration as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor.
- Work on projects nationwide across the UK, requiring flexibility in location.
- This is a Graduate programme designed for aspiring leaders in construction and engineering.
About the Role
Laing O'Rourke's Graduate Development Programme is designed to help graduates gain practical experience, achieve professional accreditation, and build the skills necessary to become future leaders in the construction and engineering industry. This Early Talent Programme will enable you to expand your networks, achieve professional and personal development, gain exposure to a variety of projects and disciplines, and develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed for a successful career.
Professional Accreditation
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) APC pathway leading to MRICS Chartered Status.
Role Overview
As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of major construction and infrastructure projects. You will learn to manage project costs, contracts, risk, and commercial performance within project delivery teams, contributing to successful project outcomes. The programme offers structured development, mentoring, and support towards professional accreditation and a long-term commercial career.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with cost reporting and forecasting
- Support subcontract procurement activities
- Measure and value completed works
- Assist with change management and variations
- Support payment applications and assessments
- Maintain commercial records and reporting systems
- Undertake cost analysis
- Support risk and opportunity reviews
- Assist in preparation of final accounts
- Contribute to project commercial governance and controls.
Interactions
This role will interact with the following teams: Project Delivery, Construction, Engineering, Procurement, Planning, Design Management, Digital Engineering, Manufacturing, HSE, Finance, Supply Chain, Project Controls.
Degree Subjects
Suitable degree subjects include: Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, Construction Economics, Project Management, Civil Engineering, Finance, Economics, Business Management, and other relevant degree disciplines.
Location
- Projects are nationwide across the UK.
- Roles are project-based.
- You will need to be flexible about where you work, potentially involving travel, staying away from home during the week, or relocating closer to a project site.
Application Process
Due to anticipated interest, applications may close before the advertised date. Applying early is recommended.