Job Title: Graduate Quantity Surveyor
Location: Birmingham HQ (with national travel)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Company

Our client is a dynamic and forward-thinking specialist contractor delivering high-end fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK, primarily within the hospitality and leisure sectors. With projects valued up to £2.5M, they're known for their design-led, high-spec approach and a genuine commitment to developing the careers of their people.

The team has a tight-knit, supportive culture, regularly heading out for lunches, team days, and drinks and the management places a strong emphasis on rewarding success. The vision? To create an environment where team members can take pride not only in their work, but also in the car they drive and the lifestyle they lead.

This is an exciting opportunity for a graduate looking to build a career with a company that offers genuine progression, structured support, and financial rewards as you grow.

Role Overview

As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you will be mentored by an experienced QS and be involved in the full commercial lifecycle of nationwide fit-out projects. The aim is to develop you into an Assistant QS within 12-18 months, followed by full Quantity Surveyor responsibilities thereafter.

This is a progressive, career-building role where your development is mapped out from day one.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in preparing cost plans, tender returns, and valuations
Work closely with site and commercial teams to monitor budgets and progress
Help manage variations, interim applications, and final accounts
Support procurement of subcontractors and materials
Attend project meetings nationwide alongside your mentor
Gradually take on increased responsibility as you grow into an Assistant QS role

What We're Looking For

Recently graduated (or graduating in 2025) with a degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
A confident communicator with good numerical and commercial awareness
Willingness to travel across the UK and occasionally stay overnight
Ambition to grow into a fully-fledged Quantity Surveyor within a few years
Strong attention to detail, proactive mindset, and commitment to personal development
Full UK driving licence or working towards it

What's on Offer

Full mentorship and structured career progression
Upgrade to Assistant QS with company car or car allowance + performance bonus
Clear roadmap to full Quantity Surveyor and beyond
Regular team socials, incentives, and a fun, inclusive team environment
Opportunity to work on exciting, design-led national projects

If you're ready to build a commercial career in construction, surrounded by a supportive team and a company that rewards ambition, this is your chance