At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team as a Graduate Quantity Surveyor and drive project insights and decisions.
- Company: Network Plus, an award-winning utility and infrastructure services provider.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, full benefits package, and dedicated mentor support.
- Other info: Inclusive environment with a strong graduate community and professional growth.
- Why this job: Launch your career with real impact and leadership development opportunities.
- Qualifications: Final-year students or recent graduates with a relevant degree and a collaborative mindset.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
Launch your career and become a future leader with our graduate programme at Network Plus! We recruit high‑calibre, motivated graduates and engage with you before you finish University so you can step straight into a graduate role, whilst also completing our two‑year structured development programme, designed to build and develop your leadership capability whilst also developing specialist skills in your chosen field.
As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you will be at the heart of our commercial team—driving insights, shaping decisions, and helping keep projects on track. You will dive into cost and project data, turn it into meaningful management reports, and deliver weekly performance updates that influence how we operate. You will also play a key role in reviewing and processing subcontractor applications, ensuring our commercial activity runs smoothly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing and monitoring of work activities carried out against the pre‑determined schedule, the number of items supplied and costs
- Monitoring of staff, labour and plant hire rates utilised on the contract; compiling monthly reports and managing cost allocation
- Organising and tracking the procurement of sub‑contractors
- Being responsible for the preparation and internal governance authorisation of subcontractor payments
- Assisting in the placing of subcontract tasks orders in accordance with the main contract
- Attending operational & subcontractor meetings; monitoring subcontractors against programme
- Assisting in the preparation of client and subcontract final accounts
- Ensuring the risk register and change register is kept up to date
- Supporting the monitoring of internal expenditure against budget / cost plans and maximise the efficiency of reporting techniques and systems
Experience and Qualifications
- Curious, driven graduates with a collaborative mindset, a willingness to learn and a desire to make an impact
- Final‑year students or recent graduates with a role‑related degree (2:2 or above)
- Full UK driving licence (some travel)
- Individuals who want responsibility early and enjoy learning by doing
- Must have graduated within the last two years
- Negotiation and influencing skills
- Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word
- Strong commercial acumen
Salary and Benefits
We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.
What we offer
- Support and Development: Dedicated mentor support from our senior management team to guide your journey; Leadership development and cohort‑based learning resulting in a recognised qualification; 360 feedback, coaching and continuous support throughout rotations
- Real Impact and Challenge: Take part in a Business Sustainability challenge, tackling real‑world issues and presenting solutions at an executive level; A strong graduate community with peer cohorts where you will grow together throughout the programme
- Community: Professional skills, confidence and experience that set you up for long‑term success
Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces‑friendly. We welcome applications from ex‑Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.
Graduate Quantity Surveyor employer: Littlewood Group
Network Plus is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees through a structured graduate programme, offering dedicated mentorship and leadership training. Located in Battle, the company fosters an inclusive work culture where diverse perspectives are valued, ensuring that all employees feel empowered to contribute meaningfully. With a strong focus on community and real-world impact, graduates will not only gain essential skills but also build lasting connections within a supportive cohort.
