Quantity Surveyor Intern (Summer 2026 Placement)

About Ferrovial Construction UK&I

Ferrovial Construction is the UK based engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group. It is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in the world in terms of capital invested. We have a presence across 15 countries with over 60 years’ experience. It is a Spanish multinational company operating through 4 divisions; Airports, Highways, Construction and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial are committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions, with the aim to create value for society, and for clients, investors and employees. We design and construct some of the UK and Ireland’s most high‑profile transport infrastructure projects. We have the strength and depth to deliver complex major projects in-house, drawing on international expertise and full asset lifecycle capability. We provide our clients with cost‑effective, value‑added solutions and design and build sustainable assets for people and places. We maximise potential through continuous professional development and create an equal, inclusive and diverse place to work to drive innovation. At Ferrovial, we have five core values: Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity and Respect. We are proud of our work and values which we live by to achieve our goals.

The role

Ferrovial Construction is looking for a Quantity Surveyor Intern to support commercial management and contract administration on our Sewage Treatment Works project, from June to the end of August 2026. The Ferrovial NextGen Internship programme is designed to develop personal, professional and technical skills through a blended approach. You will work under the supervision of our Senior Quantity Surveyors.

Key Responsibilities

• A large part of your work will involve tender enquiries, analysis of quotations and subcontractor procurement.

Key Accountabilities

• Assist in the management of the day‑to‑day bill of quantities for the relevant sections of allocated projects to ensure financial efficiencies.
• Help analyse subcontractor valuations.
• Focus on cost control in line with the businesses’ financial systems.
• Liaise with the procurement teams as required to ensure compliance with financial parameters.
• Assist in the production and monitoring of applications, final accounts, payment certificates and change control.
• Assist in checking agreed sub‑contract applications and accounts.
• Document control.
• Contribute to the achievement of Health and Safety in accordance with company policy.
• Promote company values in all dealings with other employees, clients, subcontractors and external contacts.
• Adopt and promote Ferrovial Construction UK Vision and Values, taking ownership of the work assigned to you.

Skills and Competence

• Excellent communication skills and ability to interact at a variety of levels.
• Excellent written and oral English language.
• Excellent numerical skills.
• Currently studying a Degree or Masters in Quantity Surveying.
• Motivated to learn and add value to the team and the role.
• 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.
• Results driven with strong communication skills.
• Enjoys working in a team.

Essential

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

Other Details

This role starts in June 2026 and ends in August 2026. This job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.

Equal Opportunities

Ferrovial Construction UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and as such treats applications equally and recruits purely based on skills and experience. We are committed to building an inclusive team from a variety of different backgrounds, perspectives and skills so we encourage candidates from under‑represented groups to apply. 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, protected veteran status or protected genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.