Graduate
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Gain hands-on experience and structured learning over two years as a Graduate Quantity Surveyor.
- Work within Skanska's MEP team on diverse projects, contributing to cost management and contract preparation.
- Requires a RICS-accredited Quantity Surveying degree (or equivalent commercial/construction qualification) and strong commercial acumen.
- The programme starts in September 2027 in Slough.
About the Role
Skanska is looking for enthusiastic Graduate Quantity Surveyors to join their 2027 development programme. This is a permanent role based in Slough, starting in September 2027.
What You'll Do
As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you will be part of the Mechanical, Electrical, & Public Health (MEP) team, potentially working in defence, data centres, external markets, and commercial sectors. Your responsibilities will include:
- Minimising project costs to ensure profitability and risk mitigation.
- Building relationships and negotiating with trade contractors and client representatives.
- Supporting the preparation and completion of site measurement and records, day work sheets, labour and plant returns.
- Procuring trade contract packages, including tender analysis and preparation of tender and contract documents.
- Assisting with the procurement of sub-contract packages.
- Working within the projects commercial team, measuring and quantifying works for cost plan validation, and completing interim and final account valuations.
- Preparing contractual documents, including scopes and sub-contract warranties.
- Undertaking other commercial tasks as required by project needs.
What You'll Bring
- Studying towards (in your final year) or have completed a Quantity Surveying degree accredited by the RICS. Applications from other commercially focused or construction qualification backgrounds will be considered.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- Values-driven and passionate about sustainability.
- Commercially minded.
- Enthusiastic about learning and developing new ways of thinking.
What We Offer
- Membership in a community of over 100 graduates and apprentices, with networking and collaboration opportunities.
- Support and guidance from experienced leaders and teams.
- Development pathways to achieve professional accreditation, with membership expenses covered for a professional body of your choice.
- Regular professional and social events.
- Opportunities to volunteer.