Quantity Surveyor Summer Placement - 2025 - Thurrock, Essex

Quantity Surveying, Project Management.

About the role

We are Balfour Beatty, you may not know us by name but you definitely will have seen what we do. We are one of the UK’s largest construction companies building iconic buildings and structures that will last for generations to come.

Balfour Beatty - What we do
We’re at the beating heart of society, providing the critical infrastructure we all rely on every day and projects at the heart of local communities. We shape the world around you and breathe new life into the places where you live, work and play.

Are you keen to start your career with one of the UK’s biggest construction companies? If you're searching for a placement programme that not only fosters your personal development but also offers a chance to collaborate with fellow placements, Balfour Beatty is the perfect employer for you.

If you would like to leave your own legacy and say to your family and friends, ‘I helped build that’ then #BEBalfourBeatty and we can build the future together.

BElong at Balfour Beatty and join our Early Career development programme.

What you'll be doing

As a Quantity Surveyor Summer Placement your job is like budgeting for a big event, ensuring everything needed is accounted for and costs are controlled. You’ll manage project costs, contracts, and financial planning. You’ll learn cost estimation, contract management, and financial analysis.

Who we're looking for

Our Summer Placements are targeted at university students, offering an 8-12 week programme during the summer break. This placement provides a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build professional skills early in your academic journey.

Why work for us

Kickstart your career at Balfour Beatty, where you’ll join our Early Careers development programme and receive tailored support from day one. You’ll join a community of likeminded individuals whilst developing essential career and life skills.

Alongside a great salary and benefits package, you'll gain invaluable experience and skills that pave the way for exciting opportunities and career progression. This is more than just a job - it's a pathway to a promising future.

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  • Deadline
    Ongoing
  • Starting
    Summer 2025
  • Hiring Multiple Candidates
    Yes
  • Salary
    Competitive + benefits
  • Degree required
    All grades
  • Duration
    8 - 12 weeks
  • Location
    Thurrock (Essex)
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Preferred Disciplines...
  • Building Surveying
  • Construction Management
  • Project Management
  • Quantity Surveying
Also Accepting...
  • Civil
  • Construction
  • Infrastructure
  • Structural
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