Quantity Survyeor – Placement Student

GEDA’s award-winning teams are based out of offices in Tyrone (NI) and the East Midlands (GB), delivering residential, commercial, educational, and key infrastructure projects. GEDA is well known for its commitment to delivering high-quality projects in the construction and civil engineering industry.

We focus on engaging with local communities, minimising our environmental footprint and put a strong emphasis on health, safety and well-being in delivering our projects for clients.

You will play a key role within the Commercial team in delivering quality projects for our clients, whilst developing both personally and professionally as a Placement Student. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Quantity Surveyor to join our vibrant team.

We have opportunities across both our Civil Engineering and Construction teams.

You will be responsible for providing support to the Commercial team in the following areas:

• QS support: providing support to the QS’ and commercial manager in negotiating and appointing subcontractors to scheme.
• Commercial: assisting with commercial matters with clients.
• Subcontractors: assisting with the management of sub-contractor packages.
• Valuations and variations: supporting with the submissions of all valuations and variations on schemes.
• Costs: identifying cost issues.
• Site visits: visiting sites to view works completed, quality and management of costs.
• SHEQ: adhering to Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality compliance standards.
• Liaison: building strong working relationship with Clients, Contracts Managers and Site teams to deliver quality projects.
• Policies & Procedures: complying with all company systems and procedures, including the Information Management Systems.
• Other: any other task commensurate with this role.

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunities for career growth, training, support for professional development.
• Social events & team building.
• Additional holidays and service awards.

• Knowledge: working towards a degree in Quantity Surveying or relevant discipline.
• Skill: the ability to plan, organise and prioritise and work to meet deadlines using your own initiative.
• Skill: excellent communication skills and teamwork abilities.
• Skill: proficient in the use of Microsoft packages.
• Experience: previous work experience in a similar role would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Skill: full valid driving licence with access to a vehicle would be essential.

Our Evolve Development Programme offers a structured approach to your Continuous Professional Development. You’ll benefit from support from a dedicated mentor who will provide guidance through your personal and professional development, learning both the technical skills and behavioural competencies you require to create your future as a successful Quantity Surveyor.

Please note this role is for Undergraduate Students only.

Private Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Performance Related Bonuses

Training & Professional Membership

Additional Holidays

Hybrid Working
* Depending on Job Role