Graduate
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Gain hands-on experience and structured learning over two years as a Graduate Quantity Surveyor.
- Work on healthcare contracts in the Midlands, focusing on cost management and project profitability.
- Requires a RICS-accredited Quantity Surveying degree (or equivalent commercial/construction qualification) and a driving licence.
About the Role
Skanska is a global construction and development company focused on building healthier, greener, and more inclusive places.
Graduate Programme
This is a two-year programme designed to provide hands-on experience, structured learning, and mentorship to help you build a meaningful career in construction.
Your Role
As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor within the Facilities Management (FM) team, you will focus on our Midlands healthcare contracts. You will contribute to cost management and project profitability by:
- Minimising project costs and mitigating risks.
- Building relationships and negotiating with contractors and clients.
- Supporting site measurement, record-keeping, and documentation.
- Assisting with the procurement of trade and sub-contract packages.
- Preparing tender and contract documents.
- Measuring and quantifying works for cost plan validation.
- Completing interim and final account valuations.
- Preparing contractual documents, including scopes and warranties.
- Undertaking other commercial tasks as required.
What You'll Bring
- You should be studying towards (in your final year) or have completed a RICS-accredited Quantity Surveying degree. Applications from other commercially focused or construction qualification backgrounds will be considered.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- A values-driven approach with a passion for sustainability.
- A commercially minded attitude.
- Enthusiasm for learning and developing new ways of thinking.
- A driving licence is required as the role involves visits to multiple sites.