Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Department: EMEA Consultancy

Employment Type: Part Time

Location: Glasgow

We are seeking a motivated Trainee Quantity Surveyor for an immediate start. The ideal candidate should be currently enrolled in a part‑time Graduate Apprenticeship degree in Quantity Surveying at an accredited institution. You’ll be joining Soben at an exciting time, playing a key role in helping us achieve our ambitious growth targets. Supporting one of our key Construction clients in the region, you will be responsible for developing and implementing key procurement and commercial strategies across a range of projects in our business.

• Prepare costed Estimate/Cost Plan for review including benchmarking
• Develop a variety of Value Engineering/Life Cycle Costing options
• Identify potential risks and assist with preparing and maintaining the Risk Register
• Contribute at meetings on the Pre‑contract Process
• Contribute and assist in the preparation of the Procurement Strategy/Report
• Attend Client meetings along with senior colleagues as required and record relevant discussion points and actions
• Attend Design Team meetings, capture and advise on potential cost implications and implement meeting outcomes
• Assist in lease negotiations and validation of the tenant improvement allowance
• Contribute and assist in the development of project templates
• Assist with change order logs, invoice logs, cost reports, etc.
• Assist with measurements and research pricing for Development Appraisals
• Draft and finalize the Pre‑Qualification Questionnaire for review
• Review and tabulate PQQ responses
• Perform additional duties as assigned

• Experience in cost estimating
• Proficient in the use of the required functions in Microsoft Office skills, (e.g., Excel, Word & PowerPoint) to an appropriate level
• Knowledge of relevant construction technologies and trends (Sustainability) to assist on appropriate options and cost implications
• Team player with the ability to clearly communicate verbally and in writing
• Organised and detailed oriented
• Field experience is a plus
• Outstanding communication skills (verbal and writing)

Our people are our greatest asset, so you’ll get ongoing training and personal development to help you flourish, building a long‑term and successful career with us. We’re small but mighty – you’ll have opportunities to progress quickly and be trusted with responsibilities you could only dream of in a larger organization, including the chance to work on some of the industry's most exciting projects.

Soben’s start‑up mentality means every person has the autonomy to make a difference within a fast‑paced dynamic organization. As well as market‑leading pay and conditions, we provide an environment where everyone can flourish. We value work‑life balance. Flexible schedules and remote work opportunities give you the opportunity to thrive at work and in your personal life.