Graduate Quantity Surveyor

See it differently

You see the world through a unique lens and that’s exactly what we need. We embrace how you see things differently – it’s essential for creating a sustainable future.

Arup is a global consultancy with advisory and technical expertise across more than 150 disciplines. We guide, plan and design the future of the built environment. Globally, each year we recruit hundreds of graduates and students who help us see things differently and solve the most complex challenges facing our clients, climate and communities.

The Opportunity

At Arup, our Quantity Surveyors work at the heart of project delivery, helping clients make informed decisions from the earliest stages of a project through to completion. As part of our Procurement Advisory team, you will contribute to a diverse range of infrastructure, buildings and multidisciplinary projects while developing your commercial, analytical and technical skills alongside industry-leading experts.

As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you will:

• Prepare cost estimates from feasibility stage through to detailed design.
• Assist in the preparation of pricing documents, including bills of quantities and quantity take-offs.
• Support tender reviews and analyse tender submissions for compliance and value.
• Track and monitor project budgets following project award.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to understand and communicate the wider project objectives.
• Apply digital tools and cost management techniques to deliver efficient and effective project outcomes.
• Quantity Surveying sits under Procurement Advisory

Is this role right for you?

For this opportunity, we are seeking the following qualifications, skills and attributes:    

A Bachelor's Degree (Level 8 or above) in one of the following disciplines:

• Quantity Surveying
• Quantity Surveying and Cost Management
• Civil Engineering
• Construction Economics
• Construction Management
• Construction Studies
• Procurement and Tendering
• Quantification and Costing
• Applicants with a Master's degree or PhD in a relevant discipline are also encouraged to apply.

Desirable skills and attributes:

• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Competency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience with measurement software such as CostX (or equivalent).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

To be considered for a graduate opportunity, your application must include a copy of your academic transcript and meet the following criteria:  

• No more than 12 months of full-time experience in a comparable role  
• Recently graduated, or on track to graduate, from your most recent degree, related to your role of choice, before employment starts.  

Alongside your degree, we look for the following core attributes;  

• Changemakers: A passion for sustainable development and creating a better world is key.  
• Innovative minds: We’re looking for critical thinkers who embrace new ideas and challenge the status quo.  
• Growth seekers: You have a growth mindset, always eager to learn and explore new ways of working.  
• Adaptable adventurers: You’re ready to take on any challenge that comes your way.

Please note, in the event of high applicant volume, this role may be closed ahead of the advertised closing date. We advise that you apply early.

What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.  

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.    

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling permanent members to share in the results of our collective efforts.  

We also provide for our permanent members Private medical insurance, Life assurance, Accident insurance and Income protection cover. In addition, you’ll have access to flexible benefits to help you look after all aspects of your wellbeing and give you the freedom and flexibility to find the best solutions for you, your family, and your individual needs.

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