GRAHAM continues to build on its long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality, award-winning construction projects across the UK and Ireland. As part of our continued growth, we are offering an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor (Graduate Apprenticeship) to join our Building Division in Eastern Scotland.
This role is ideal for someone looking to begin their career in Quantity Surveying while studying towards a recognised qualification through our Academy programme. You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience across live construction projects, working alongside experienced commercial professionals who will support your development both academically and professionally.
As a trainee Quantity Surveyor you will:
- Assist with day-to-day quantity surveying and commercial activities across construction projects
- Support cost planning, budgeting, procurement and financial reporting
- Help monitor project costs, variations and commercial performance
- Work closely with project teams, subcontractors and clients to support successful project delivery
- Undertake site visits and develop an understanding of construction contracts, regulations and industry best practice
- Learn from experienced Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers while balancing workplace learning with your studies
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged for the Trainee Quantity Surveyor and the range of duties to be undertaken.
It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
Requirements
Technical competencies
Essential
- Currently studying, or planning to undertake, a degree-level qualification in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline, and able to meet the entry requirements for the relevant Graduate Apprenticeship programme.
- Demonstrate strong communication skills.
- Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong IT skills.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Desirable:
- An appreciation of Health & Safety practices.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Previous work experience specifically in Construction industry.
- Able to demonstrate problem solving.
Behavioural competencies
Essential
- Commercial awareness: Show willingness to build a strong business acumen combined with the creativity and vision to meet customer needs and GRAHAM business requirements.
- Effective communication skills: Able to adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports. Able to maintain and manage communication links with a variety of stakeholders. Presents a professional image and promotes the Brand.
- Customer focus: Takes time to question and understand the real, underlying needs of the customer, beyond those initially expressed. Always works closely with customers, developing an independent view of their needs and acting in their long term interest.
- Influencing: Identifies and builds relationships with those who will be useful now and in the future in achieving strategic business objectives.
- Initiative: Is able to work alone to get results in an effective way. Understands and seeks to minimise waste in resources and processes. Adopts and encourages others to adopt new ways of working. Ability to work unsupervised.
- Team player: Always willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives. Works collaboratively and uses influence to gain resolution of issues. Demonstrates honestly, loyalty and commitment.
- Negotiation: Ability to negotiate with both subcontractors and representatives of the Employer to ensure all contractual rights and obligations are realised and protected.
About you
GRAHAM routes to becoming a Quantity Surveyor
Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships are available at a number of entry points from National 5, Highers or HNC/D awards, we are currently seeking to recruit individuals hoping to transition onto Graduate Apprenticeship, or in some cases a Modern Apprenticeship, which are offered from Level 7 to Level 11.
A Graduate Apprenticeship provides a structured pathway to develop your skills while earning a nationally recognised qualification. You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience in the workplace alongside dedicated study time, with all training costs fully funded. These programmes offer a clear route to professional body membership and can lead to rewarding careers.
