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Summer Placement - Quantity Surveyor

Kier
£27,976
Newcastle upon Tyne

Expected closing date: Monday, 30 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Gain hands-on experience as a Summer Placement Quantity Surveyor for 8 weeks.
  • Earn £27,976 pro rata per year.
  • Based in Newcastle.
  • Start date: July 2027.
  • Must be working towards a degree in Quantity Surveying.

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

Other Information

  • Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check: Required.
  • Full UK driving licence: Required.

Application Timeline

  • October 2026: Initial applications
  • November 2026: Application reviews
  • January 2027: Virtual assessment centre

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