Graduate Quantity Surveyor

2 days ago

Perth, United Kingdom OCU Full time

Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Role Overview

We are seeking a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join our growing commercial team. As a graduate you will work closely with senior quantity surveyors to support the management of costs contracts and project budgets for renewable energy infrastructure projects including highvoltage and lowvoltage systems. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to develop a career in quantity surveying within the exciting and fastgrowing renewable energy sector.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Cost Management : Assist in the preparation and management of cost estimates budgets and financial reports for renewable energy projects ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Tendering and Procurement : Support the tendering process including preparing and reviewing tender documents and liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotes and negotiate terms.
  • Contract Administration : Assist in managing contracts ensuring compliance with agreed terms and identifying and addressing any issues that arise during the contract lifecycle.
  • Project Monitoring : Monitor and track project costs expenditures and cash flow ensuring that any variations or discrepancies are identified and addressed promptly.
  • Risk Management : Help identify project risks including costrelated risks and work with the project team to implement strategies to mitigate these risks.
  • Reporting : Prepare and present regular progress reports on costs budgets and financial performance to senior management and stakeholders.
  • Learning & Development : Participate in professional development activities including attending relevant training and working towards chartered status with a recognised professional body (e.g. RICS).
  • Collaboration : Work closely with project managers engineers and other team members to ensure that financial and contractual aspects of the projects are aligned with the overall objectives.

Skills and Experience:

Educational Qualifications:

  • A degree (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying Construction Management or a related field.
  • A keen interest in renewable energy and infrastructure projects.
  • A basic understanding of quantity surveying principles cost estimation and project management.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word) and experience with quantity surveying software is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills with an attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment and communicate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
  • Strong problemsolving skills and a proactive approach to managing project finances.

Desirable but not essential:

  • Knowledge or interest in the renewable energy sector particularly within the areas of highvoltage and lowvoltage electrical infrastructure.
  • Any previous work experience or internships in quantity surveying or construction.

What We Value

We value our commitment to each other summed up in our five values we all sign up to these We care about safety. We lead with integrity. We strive to be better every day. We make a positive impact. We deliver to grow. We are one company united.

Our Aim & Vision at OCU

To be the UKs leading energy transition and utilities contractor.

We are committed to leading the way in utilities and energy transition contracting our mission is to innovate and deliver sustainability. At OCU our passion for addressing complex challenges brings new standards of growth in our people and capabilities. OCU is an equal opportunities employer.

Company Information:

Established in 1994 OCU Group is one of the fastest growing utility engineering contractors in the UK with a long successful track record in delivering customerfocused civil engineering solutions.

Working directly with many of the countrys leading bluechip power water telecoms and rail clients we are looking for the very best talent to join our growing team.

We pride ourselves on empowering our employees and offering opportunities for them to take control of their own personal development and career progression in a supportive environment.

We believe that being successful is a choice.

We choose to be successful.

We are OCU One Company United.

We celebrate difference and appreciate diverse backgrounds. We encourage everyone who join us to be themselves at work and create inclusive teams in our workplace.

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