Key Takeaways
- Gain hands-on experience in Quantity Surveying during an 8-week summer placement.
- Salary of £27,976 pro rata.
- Placement runs for 8 weeks starting July 2027.
- Requires you to be working towards a degree in Quantity Surveying.
- Based in Newcastle.
About the Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a student seeking an 8-week summer placement to gain valuable hands-on experience, develop practical skills, and explore a potential future career in Quantity Surveying.
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 Summer Placement Quantity Surveyor, you'll be working within the team, supporting them in delivering successful project outcomes.
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 Summer Placement Quantity Surveyor is great for you if:
- Working towards a degree in Quantity Surveying
- You demonstrate a genuine interest in pursuing a career in quantity surveying and the construction industry, with clear motivation to learn and develop professionally
- You have numerical confidence and the ability to use data to support decision-making
- You show enthusiasm for learning new skills and knowledge, and the ability to adapt in response to feedback
- You work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating collaboration, reliability, and respect for others
- You hold a full UK driving licence
Application Timeline
- October 2026: Initial applications
- November 2026: Application reviews
- January 2027: Virtual assessment centre
It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations we reserve the right to close adverts early.