McLaughlin & Harvey are one of the leading Building and Civil Engineering Contractors operating throughout the UK and Ireland.
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and proactive Quantity Surveying Undergraduate Placement.
The McLaughlin and Harvey Undergraduate programme will give you the opportunity to train as a Quantity Surveyor. From day one, our programme is designed to give you the best mentored, relevant and practical experience, tailored to suit your chosen career. Join McLaughlin and Harvey’s Undergraduate programme and you will gain invaluable hands on experience, ready to begin your career in one of the most exciting industries around!
We offer a paid, 12-month Placement with the opportunity to progress onto the graduate scheme following your graduation. Training will include time in relevant departments offering a broader understanding of how the business operates by getting involved in interesting and challenging work.
Recent projects include; Teesport Reconstruction Berth 1, Liverpool 2 Container Terminal, Hawick Flood Protection Scheme, Royal Wharf London, Peterhead Harbour, Luton Airport & Blackpool Winter Garden Centre and Redevelopment of Liverpool Football Club’s Academy.
Responsibilities
Your main duties and responsibilities will include:
- Assisting Project Surveyor with contract quantity surveying duties
- Quantification, procurement and tendering of works packages
- Preparing sub-contractor cost and budget comparisons
- Post contract cost control of sub-contractors and suppliers
- Contract administration and payment of sub-contractors
- Assisting with project cost control and cost reporting
How do I know if it’s right for me?
Our Quantity Surveying Placement Programme focuses on developing your skills both professionally and interpersonally.
The one-year programme is structured, and you will experience working with other departments to broaden your knowledge of how the business operates.
How will I spend an average working week?
You’ll be putting into practice what you’ve learned by working with experienced colleagues on a range of high profile projects.
You will have opportunities to work on our high-profile projects, with responsibility from an early stage in your career and will play a key role in helping deliver projects on time and under budget.
Qualifications
Essential
- Open to living away from home
- Sound Commercial Awareness
- Excellent communication & negotiation skills
- High levels of organisational skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Excellent numerical, IT and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work in fast moving Environment
- Ability to work on initiative with minimum supervision
Desirable
- Hold a full UK driving license
- A valid CSCS card
- Previous placement/internship experience in a similar role, desirable but not essential
What's in it for you?
At McLaughlin and Harvey we offer a fantastic benefits package including the following:
- Flexible and Hybrid working
- Competitive salary
- 30 days annual leave entitlement
- Generous pension contributions
- Life Assurance
If this sounds like the role for you, please apply by clicking the apply button now!
McLaughlin & Harvey are an equal opportunities employer.