Network Plus

A Graduate Quantity Surveyor programme at Network Plus that develops your commercial, cost management, and reporting skills by managing subcontractor payments, project data, budgets, and infrastructure project performance in the UK utility sector.Launch your career and become a future leader with our graduate programme at Network Plus! We recruit high-calibre, motivated graduates and engage with you before you finish University so you can step straight into a graduate role, whilst also completing our two-year structured development programme, designed to build and develop your leadership capability whilst also developing specialist skills in your chosen field.Why choose Network PlusNetwork Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.You’ll complete a structured placement, alongside a graduate cohort at the same stage of learning, building a strong graduate community.As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you will be at the heart of our commercial team—driving insights, shaping decisions, and helping keep projects on track. You will dive into cost and project data, turn it into meaningful management reports, and deliver weekly performance updates that influence how we operate. You will also play a key role in reviewing and processing subcontractor applications, ensuring our commercial activity runs smoothly and efficiently.What we offerSupport and DevelopmentDedicated mentor support from our senior management team to guide your journeyLeadership development and cohort-based learning resulting in a recognized qualification360 feedback, coaching and continuous support throughout rotationsReal Impact and ChallengeTake part in a Business Sustainability challenge, tackling real-world issues and presenting solutions at an executive levelA strong graduate community with peer cohorts where you will grow together throughout the programmeCommunityProfessional skills, confidence and experience that set you up for long‑term successKey ResponsibilitiesManaging and monitoring of work activities carried out against the pre-determined schedule, the number of items supplied and costsMonitoring of staff, labour and plant hire rates utilized on the contract; compiling monthly reports and managing cost allocationOrganising and tracking the procurement of sub-contractorsBeing responsible for the preparation and internal governance authorisation of subcontractor paymentsAssisting in the placing of subcontract tasks orders in accordance with the main contract Attending operational & subcontractor meetings; monitoring subcontractors against programmeAssisting in the preparation of client and subcontract final accountsEnsuring the risk register and change register is kept up to dateSupporting the monitoring of internal expenditure against budget/ cost plans and maximise the efficiency of reporting techniques and systemsExperience and QualificationsCurious, driven graduates with a collaborative mindset, a willingness to learn and a desire to make an impactFinal‑year students or recent graduates with a role‑related degree (2:2 or above)Full UK driving licence (some travel)Individuals who want responsibility early and enjoy learning by doingMust have graduated within the last two yearsNegotiation and influencing skillsProficient IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and WordStrong commercial acumenSalary and BenefitsWe offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.We understand that privacy and the security of your personal information is extremely important. By applying for this role, you agree to the terms of our privacy policy.About Network PlusNetwork Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.

Posted 18 days ago