Quantity Surveying Graduate Scheme

Quantity Surveying, Construction Management.

Please note: This role may close soon depending on the level of interest so don’t miss out!

We’d like to remind you that you must ensure you are eligible for this scheme before applying. Please read through the eligibility criteria below carefully and ensure that you are eligible before applying.

Please note: We only allow one application for any of our Graduate schemes per year. Any subsequent applications will be withdrawn.

Careers at TfL
Want to be part of the team at Transport For London? Watch this video to find out more.

Job overview

Our Commercial teams focus on the budget of our projects, ensuring they continue to be successful and provide value for money. Quantity surveyors are at the heart of London's growth, transforming our infrastructure. We need the next generation of quantity surveyors to develop solutions for the London’s challenges, from mass urbanisation to diminishing resources. You'll work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure value for money is being achieved. 

What will I be doing?

As a graduate, your 2 year development programme will be made up of up to 4 placement rotations. Our aim is to equip you with the range of skills and experience you need for your successful career. 

We also understand that everyone’s career is different, so every graduate’s journey is unique. Here’s an idea of what yours could look like:

As a Quantity Surveyor, you will work within a project team to upgrade our infrastructure (dating back to 1863), whilst ensuring we deliver an efficient service. As we look to modernise our assets, you'll be involved in crucial projects that contribute to the running of TfL.

The projects you work on would help extend our network, improve our station capacity, purchase new trains and buses to enhance customer experience, improve the reliability of our network via technology updates, reduce times between services and developing new entrances in stations to reduce congestion and support London’s population.

There are numerous graduates who started their journey on this scheme, have gained their chartership into the RICS and are now valuable members of our senior leadership teams.

Placement 1 - Road Improvements - Surface Directorate - 6 months 

The primary responsibilities in this placement would include:

  • Reviewing a feasibility report on changing a section of London roads to a pedestrian route only
  • Developing a Cost Plan and Budget to determine the projects alignment with business priorities 
  • Engaging with an expert engineer to check the influence of removing a road from the London network.

Placement 2 - Procurement Team – Commercial and Finance Directorate - 6 months 

The primary responsibilities in this placement would include:

  • Writing a procurement strategy for new signalling equipment on the Metropolitan Line
  • Undertaking early market engagement and understanding what technology improvements are available
  • Commencing procurement and advertising the works

Placement 3 – Rolling Stock Replacement Programme – 6 months 

The primary responsibilities in this placement would include:

  • Reviewing and negotiating change via Contract Admin
  • Reviewing and approving monthly applications
  • Cost reporting and forecasting
  • Managing the costs of a project on site and see the project grow and progress

Placement 4 - Track Maintenance – Operations Directorate - 6 months 

The primary responsibilities in this placement would include:

  • Reviewing train requirements after technical inspection
  • Placing an order to repair a part/section of track on our network
  • Paying a Contractor who has completed the works or repairs 

Location

London/Hybrid - Hybrid working within this role enables a balance of 50 per cent of time split between the office and home over a 4-week period. Hybrid working arrangements can evolve subject to business requirements.

Where can this career take me?

During and after the graduate scheme we'll support you in gaining professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) through a variety of mediums, including: RICS-accredited training courses, in-house development schemes, preparation for APC interviews and mentoring. You will also be invited to a monthly 'APC Forum' to share information and ideas.

What training and support will you get?

Our award-winning teams will support your ongoing development, through a wide range of on-the-job practical experience and placements. We'll support your professional development through a combination of training, mentoring, and structured networking opportunities with scheme alumni.

You'll also receive one-to-one guidance throughout the programme from your:

  • Placement manager: Responsible for your day-to-day management and support with your development 
  • Scheme sponsor: A senior manager who acts as a technical and professional adviser and has line manager responsibility 
  • Buddy: Usually an apprentice or graduate who gives support to you and ensure that you feel welcomed in the organisation

Entry requirements

A minimum of 2:2 Degree or Master's accredited by the RICS in Quantity Surveying and/or Commercial Management. The Degree or Master’s must be complete with certification issued prior to the start date.

Please be advised that should you be successful in getting an offer for this graduate scheme, your offer will be subject to a satisfactory medical which may include but is not limited to: drugs and alcohol screening, eye test and hearing test.

Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the scheme, as at the start date. This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa scheme. If you do not have the right to work in the UK or only have a right to work here for a limited time which is lesser than the duration of the scheme, you should be aware that TfL will be unable to sponsor you for this role.

What do we look for?

Our core values are extremely important to us, and we desire candidates who are:

  • Caring about our colleagues, our customers and our work.
  • Open to each other, to new ideas and to working together.
  • Adaptable to diverse needs and willing to innovate.

What we offer

You will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow. Rewards vary according to the business area but mostly include:

  • Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who lives in the same household.
  • Final salary pension scheme.
  • Discounted national rail and Eurostar travel.
  • Minimum 30 days' annual leave (Pro rata dependent on role) plus public and bank holidays.
  • Private healthcare discounted scheme.
  • Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme.
  • Retail, health, leisure and travel offers & many more.

Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the scheme, as at the start date. This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa scheme. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, or only have a right to work here for a limited time which is lesser than the duration of the scheme, you should be aware that TfL will be unable to sponsor you for this role.

Salary:

£32,250 per annum rising to £33,500 in the second year.

Inclusive recruitment process

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and aim to reflect the diverse communities we serve. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver better services and outcomes. Our goal is to make our recruitment as inclusive as possible. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled people.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we aim to offer an assessment or interview to candidates who apply via the scheme where the minimum essential criteria for skills, knowledge and experience has been met. In some circumstances, it may not be practical to offer an interview or assessment to every candidate who applies through the scheme and meet the minimum essential criteria; in these situations, we select candidates who best meet the minimum criteria for the job rather than interviewing all who meet them.

Across all recruitment activity, we recognise that selection methods may vary depending on the nature and scale of the campaign and will be applied fairly, consistently and proportionately in line with our Disability Confident commitments.

In High Volume campaigns including Graduate, Apprentice and Intern recruitment the minimum criteria we set is achieving a pass mark in our first stage assessments, adopting a proportionate approach to the Disability Confident Offer an Interview scheme.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments for any stages of the application process.

We've signed the Gradcracker feedback pledge.
(This means that we will supply feedback if requested after an interview.)

1e127ede32d8f816eacfb0aed73cee11

This button will open a new tab and take you directly to the employer's website.
Please remember, if asked, that you found this opportunity on Gradcracker.
Add to Shortlist
Shortlisted
  • Deadline
    Ongoing
  • Starting
    September 2027
  • Hiring Multiple Candidates
    Yes
  • Salary
    £32,250 + benefits
  • Degree required
    2:2 and above
  • Location
    London (Hybrid)
Show location/s on map
Disciplines Accepted...
  • Civil/Infrastructure
  • Construction/Project Management
  • Quantity Surveying
The 2026/27
Gradcracker Toolkit
Explore the online version
For our new webinar season we are inviting students to submit questions to our featured employers.
Find out more here
© 2007 - 2026 Gradcracker Limited
Log in/Register
Gradcracker Limited, October House, Long Street, Easingwold, York, YO61 3HX
01347 823822
info@gradcracker.com
Company registration number: 6370348