Graduate Quantity Surveyor - @One Alliance

About Us

We develop intelligent solutions using our award-winning integrated planning and design approach to deliver functional infrastructure and lasting environmental and social legacies. This is backed by a culture that has stayed true since our foundation over 100 years ago. We create new possibilities for humanity through our innovative approach to delivery.

Together with our clients, we are always striving to find a smarter way to deliver projects. From providing low carbon, sustainable and resilient water solutions, flood alleviation and environment services, to connecting people with insights and data. Our business exists to improve the quality of life for our local communities today and for generations to come.

Binnies is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then.

About the Role

Are you a recent graduate looking to build a career in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management?

We’re looking for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our team at Binnies, working as part of the @one Alliance.

Reporting to the Project Commercial Manager, this role will give you the opportunity to learn and develop across all aspects of commercial management within a live project environment.

You’ll work closely with our delivery and construction teams, gaining valuable practical experience and developing the skills needed to provide effective commercial support to project delivery teams.

What will you be doing?

As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you’ll gain experience across a wide range of commercial activities, including:

• Working collaboratively with delivery teams to identify, implement and monitor efficiencies.
• Working closely with construction teams and regularly attending site.
• Supporting the application of commercial procedures and procurement strategies.
• Assisting with the preparation and management of subcontracts, ensuring they reflect agreed scopes and contractual requirements.
• Supporting the management of contractual processes, including communications, payments, early warnings, compensation events and programme submissions.
• Developing your understanding of commercial and cost management across projects and programmes.
• Supporting effective cost control, maximising value and minimising future liabilities.
• Developing your commercial awareness and understanding of contractual arrangements.
• Ensuring commercial records are maintained and readily available for cost assurance and audits.
• Supporting Quantity Surveyors with Final Accounts.
• Working to achieve efficiencies while maintaining compliance with Alliance and Anglian Water governance procedures.

Working With Others

You’ll work as part of a collaborative commercial and project delivery environment, building relationships with colleagues and external partners.

This will include working with:

• Alliance Project Delivery Teams
• Commercial, Finance, Estimating and Procurement teams
• Alliance Construction Teams
• Supply chain partners
• Partner Commercial teams
• Building strong relationships with both the project delivery team and supply chain will be an important part of your role.

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic, organised and keen to develop a career in Quantity Surveying and commercial management.

Essential

• A degree-level qualification (or equivalent) in an engineering, management or cost-related discipline.
• A CSCS card.
• Extensive IT knowledge, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication skills.
• A strong team player who enjoys working collaboratively.
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• A positive attitude and the ability to integrate quickly into project teams.

Innovation & Development

We’re always looking for ways to improve how we work. You’ll be encouraged to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, challenge existing processes and explore new commercial strategies that support sustainable outcomes.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Contribute ideas for improving commercial processes and tools.
• Explore new approaches to commercial management.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Share best practice with colleagues.
• Take responsibility for your own development and contribute to the development of others.

Why Join Binnies?

At Binnies, you’ll have the opportunity to build your career while contributing to projects that make a real difference to communities and the environment.

As part of the @one Alliance, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals and gain exposure to major water infrastructure projects, while being supported through your early career development.

We believe in building trust, doing the right thing and always exploring new ways to improve. You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, learn from others and develop your skills in an environment where collaboration and continuous improvement are valued.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your engineering career, we’d love to hear from you.

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