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Quantity Surveying Graduate Scheme

Transport for London
£32,250 - £33,500
Endeavour SquareTfL Corporate

Expected closing date: Friday, 1 January 2027

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • 2-year Quantity Surveying Graduate Scheme with TfL in London.
  • Starting salary of £32,250 per annum, rising to £33,500 in the second year.
  • Gain RICS accreditation and professional membership.
  • Requires a minimum 2:2 Degree or Masters accredited by RICS.
  • Applications may close soon; start date is 6th September 2027.

About the Role

Transport for London (TfL) is offering a 2-year Quantity Surveying Graduate Scheme to provide value for money in all their projects.

Salary

  • £32,250 per annum, rising to £33,500 in the second year.

Location

  • London / Hybrid (50% office, 50% home over a 4-week period).

What You'll Do

As a graduate Quantity Surveyor, you will work within a project team to upgrade TfL's infrastructure. You will be involved in crucial projects that contribute to the running of TfL, including extending the network, improving station capacity, purchasing new trains and buses, updating technology, and developing new station entrances.

Your 2-year development programme will consist of up to 4 placement rotations, designed to equip you with a range of skills and experience for a successful career.

Placement Rotations (Examples):

  • Road Improvements (6 months): Reviewing feasibility reports, developing cost plans and budgets, and assessing the impact of road changes.
  • Procurement Team (6 months): Developing procurement strategies, engaging with the market, and commencing procurement processes.
  • Rolling Stock Replacement Programme (6 months): Reviewing and negotiating contract changes, approving monthly applications, cost reporting, and managing project costs on site.
  • Track Maintenance (6 months): Reviewing train requirements, placing orders for track repairs, and processing contractor payments.

Qualifications Gained

  • You will enrol in the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
  • Gain the experience required to sit your Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) with RICS.
  • Support will be provided to gain professional membership of RICS.

What We Offer

  • Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee.
  • Final salary pension scheme.
  • Discounted national rail and Eurostar travel.
  • Minimum 30 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus public and bank holidays.
  • Private healthcare discounted scheme.
  • Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme.
  • Retail, health, leisure, and travel offers.

Entry Requirements

  • A minimum of a 2:2 Degree or Masters accredited by the RICS in Quantity Surveying and/or Commercial Management.
  • Degree or Master’s must be complete with certification issued prior to the start date.
  • Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the scheme.

Start Date

  • 6th September 2027

Application Process

  • The application process consists of 5 steps, including online assessments.
  • You have 1 week to complete online assessments once issued.
  • Assessment centres will take place from November-January.
  • This role may close soon depending on the level of interest.

Contact Us

  • Phone: 0203 005 1680 (Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 17:30)
  • Email: EarlyCareersCampaigns@tfl.gov.uk