Graduate / Junior Quantity Surveyor

Graduate / Junior Quantity Surveyor

About Scitech-EKIUM

Scitech-EKIUM is a leading engineering, design, construction and qualification consultancy serving the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and life sciences sectors. We deliver technically complex, highly regulated projects from concept through to handover, offering bespoke solutions and multidisciplinary expertise built on decades of industry experience.

As part of the wider EKIUM Group, a community of more than 2,500 engineering professionals across 14 countries, we combine world-class technical excellence with a personalised, client-focused approach.

About the Role

Join our January 2027 early careers intake as a Graduate / Junior Quantity Surveyor and become part of the Xcellerate cohort, our dedicated early careers development programme.

Based at our head office in Godalming, Surrey, you’ll work alongside experienced professionals on Life Sciences and Pharmaceutical projects. From day one you’ll gain hands-on experience, work within multidisciplinary project teams, and build your professional skills with structured support.

This is a permanent, full-time position, working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The role is predominantly office-based, with occasional site visits. A full, valid driving licence would therefore be an advantage but is not essential.

What you’ll do

You’ll gain experience across estimating, procurement, contract management, cost control, change management, subcontractor management and final accounts, including:

• Supporting tendering and work-winning activities, including cost estimating and bid preparation

• Assisting with the preparation of tender packages, enquiries and procurement documentation

• Supporting the procurement and placement of subcontractor and supplier orders

• Helping to monitor project costs, expenditure, forecasts and commercial performance

• Assisting with the assessment of subcontractor valuations, variations and payment applications

• Supporting the preparation of client valuations, applications for payment and commercial reports

• Developing an understanding of contracts, commercial terms, project obligations and risk

• Helping to maintain contracts, insurances, warranties and other commercial documentation

• Participating in design and project reviews to understand the cost and commercial implications of project decisions

• Supporting the identification, assessment and management of project changes and commercial risks

• Assisting with the preparation and agreement of client and subcontractor final accounts

• Working alongside Project Managers, Construction Managers, designers, engineers and commercial colleagues throughout the project lifecycle, both in the office and on site

You will be

• Qualified in Quantity Surveying or an equivalent construction-related qualification (e.g. BTEC)

• Able to understand contractual requirements, with strong mathematical, analytical and administrative skills

• An effective communicator, able to build and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and clients

• Flexible, self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Computer literate, with good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook

• In possession of a relevant, up-to-date CSCS card, with good Health & Safety knowledge

• Interested in working towards professional accreditation through RICS or CIOB, with a commitment to developing skills in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management and Contract Administration

Why Join Scitech-EKIUM?

It’s an exciting time to join Scitech-EKIUM as we continue to grow, welcoming talented professionals across multiple engineering disciplines. Through Xcellerate and beyond, you’ll follow a structured development programme, with mentoring and a funded route to chartership, designed to build your skills and set you up for a rewarding long-term career.

Salary and Benefits

The salary for this position ranges from £30,000 to £35,000 per annum, depending on experience. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an attractive benefits package, including:

• Private healthcare

• Healthcare cashback schemes

• Generous annual leave entitlement, with the option to purchase additional leave

• An 8% company pension contribution

• Payment of professional membership fees

And much more!

Right to Work in the UK

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion Scitech-EKIUM is proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We are committed to providing fair and inclusive opportunities to all, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or any other personal characteristic.

We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not submit unsolicited or speculative CVs. We do not accept agency terms unless a formal agreement is in place