Graduate Quantity Surveyor in Birmingham

About Ferrovial Construction UK&I

Ferrovial Construction is the UK based engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group, a leading private transport infrastructure operator worldwide. The role Graduate Quantity Surveyors will assist with financial control on a variety of major UK infrastructure projects as part of Ferrovial’s 2‑year graduate development programme. You will work under the supervision of Senior Quantity Surveyors.

Key Responsibilities

• A large part of your work will involve tender enquiries, analysis of quotations and subcontractor procurement.
• You will also have overall responsibility for several smaller accounts, enabling you to develop your financial skills.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in managing the day‑to‑day bill of quantities for allocated project sections to ensure financial efficiencies.
• Provide advice and guidance to managers on achieving value for money.
• Analyse subcontractor valuations.
• Ensure cost control aligns with business financial systems.
• Liaise with procurement teams to ensure compliance with financial parameters.
• Assist in production and monitoring of Applications and Final Accounts.
• Check agreed subcontractor Applications and Accounts.
• Document control.
• Contribute to Health and Safety compliance in line with company policy.
• Promote company values in all dealings with employees, clients, subcontractors and external contacts.
• Adopt and promote Ferrovial Construction UK Vision and Values and take ownership of assigned work.

Skills and Competence

• Excellent written and communication skills and ability to interact at a variety of levels.
• Degree or Masters in Quantity Surveying (industry related disciplines considered).
• Motivated to learn and add value to the team, role and graduate programme.
• Analytical thinker who enjoys problem solving.
• Proven team player who can effectively work with others.
• Enjoys working under pressure to meet deadlines.
• Proactive approach to working and learning.
• Commercial awareness and an understanding of the industry.
• Familiar with all Microsoft packages.

Interpersonal Skills

• Highly motivated.
• Logical thinker with a willingness to learn.
• Resilient and a flexible approach to working.
• Results driven with strong communication skills.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
• Quantity Surveying experience or knowledge.

Essential

• Must have the right to work in the UK by the start of employment and for the entirety of the graduate programme.

What we offer

• 2‑year development programme aligned with the UK Quantity Surveying framework.
• Work with contractors and subcontractors to develop effective partnerships.
• Attend blended training to develop technical, professional and behavioural skills.
• Begin the process of becoming chartered with internal and external support.
• Gain an understanding of Ferrovial Construction from a global perspective, with mobility opportunities.
• Opportunity to participate in charity volunteering and innovation projects.
• And much more.

Other details

The position is scheduled to start in September 2026 at the latest; earlier start dates can be accommodated. Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties. Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all job applications equally, regardless of gender, colour, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, or protected genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.