Key Takeaways
- Join Kier Places as a Graduate Quantity Surveyor in Basingstoke.
- Starting salary of £31,000 per annum, with potential to reach circa £38k upon completion of the 2-year programme.
- The programme leads to an assistant level role upon completion.
- Applications open in October 2026, with assessment centres in January 2027.
- Requires a degree in Quantity Surveying and a full UK driving licence.
About the Role
Kier Places is Kier's building, estate and property management business, delivering end-to-end solutions for places where people live and work. As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you will assist in managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of projects. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and develop a strong foundation in quantity surveying.
What will you be responsible for?
As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the Kier Places team, supporting them in delivering end-to-end solutions for places where people live and work.
Your day to day will include:
- Assisting in maximising gross profit for projects
- Managing commercial resources of the project
- Assessing, reviewing, and mitigating commercial and contractual risks
- Helping prepare and submit tenders and contract documents
- Collaborating with the project team to prepare progress reports and financial statements
What are the benefits for you?
- Practical experience: gain valuable hands-on experience in your field.
- Skill improvement: develop technical and professional skills.
- Networking: build professional relationships and expand your network.
- Career insight: gain insights into your chosen industry and potential career paths.
What are we looking for?
This role of Graduate Quantity Surveyor is great for you if:
- You hold a degree in Quantity Surveying
- You have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in quantity surveying and the construction industry, with clear motivation to learn and develop professionally
- You demonstrate numerical confidence and the ability to use data to support decision-making
- You work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating collaboration, reliability, and respect for others
- You hold a full UK driving licence
Rewards and benefits
We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here .
Application Timeline
- October 2026: Initial applications
- November 2026: Application reviews
- January 2027: Virtual/in-person assessment centres
We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier.
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