09 Oct
Octavius Infrastructure
London
Job description
Graduate Quantity Surveyor
Location : National
At Octavius Infrastructure, we believe in helping you be your best in the work you do. As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you'll gain hands-on experience, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to exciting projects that connect communities, improve transport networks, and make a lasting impact.
Where diverse perspectives achieve shared goals. We bring people together.
We bring people together to build safer, smarter journeys and stronger communities. We care deeply about your safety, wellbeing, and career development.
You'll be part of a team that values your unique talents and perspectives, where you'll work with innovative thinkers,
and your career will grow alongside ours.
Our ambition to double in size over the next four years means there's never been a more exciting time to join us together, we succeed.
You'll be working on . (what your role and responsibility is)
Supporting the commercial management of complex and innovative rail and highways projects across the UK. From learning about financial performance to helping manage contracts, you'll develop a deep understanding of how we build safer, smarter journeys.
You'll assist with cost control, contract administration, and performance monitoring while gaining insight into our supply chain and building strong stakeholder relationships.
You will be out on our sites, as an integral and integrated member of our delivery teams, seeing civil engineering projects come to life, from inception and design through to completion and end-product.
You'll be encouraged and supported in engaging in social value initiatives and sustainability drives within the projects and frameworks you are part of,
contributing to leaving a sustainable legacy with Octavius.
You'll work with (because relationships are important)
A wide range of stakeholders, including experienced commercial personnel, site managers and Subcontractors. You'll liaise with Project Managers and engineers in a seamless, One Team Approach, bringing your role to life through learning from a variety of stakeholders who value your opinion and contribution.
You'll also engage with suppliers to support the smooth delivery of our projects and participate in meetings and site visits, allowing you to see first-hand the progress we make.
Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do, and you'll be part of a team where your voice is heard, and your contributions valued.
You'll be part of a burgeoning commercial team engaged on our Quantity Surveying Development Programme; a like-minded group of commercial professionals in you peer group, all of whom are on the same journey.
This support network and friendship group will be an invaluable contributor to you feeling at home within your new career, engaging in team building days and social events in your calendar where a wider community of young aspiring Quantity Surveyors socialise and have fun together.
You'll receive . (because we value you)
Valuable mentoring, training, and support as you work towards professional accreditation with recognised bodies like RICS or CICES, through our leading Quantity Surveying Development Programme.
You will have a directly appointed RICS councillor and the tutoring necessary to advance at a pace suitable to your ambitions.
We offer flexible working arrangements, private healthcare, and generous benefits - including a day off for your birthday.
With us, you'll have opportunities for career progression, and we'll support your development to achieve your goals.
About you . (what you are skilled at)
You're an enthusiastic learner with a passion for building a career in quantity surveying. You're keen to take on challenges, embrace innovation, and contribute to projects that make a real difference.
A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Accounting or a related field will be essential, and while prior experience in a commercial or construction environment is an advantage,
it's not necessary - your attitude, ambition, and readiness to learn are what matter most.
You'll bring (your wealth of experience & qualifications)
A strong analytical mindset and a keen eye for detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- An organised, methodical approach to managing tasks and priorities.
- A problem-solving attitude, especially when faced with challenging situations.
- A full UK driving licence and a desire to work towards professional qualifications.
Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive.
We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients.
If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.
▶️ Graduate Quantity Surveyor
🖊️ Octavius Infrastructure
📍 London