Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Graduate Quantity Surveyor role managing construction costs, contracts, subcontractors, financial records and commercial performance across water infrastructure projects.

Overview 

Mott MacDonald Bentley is a fully integrated design and build business combining the design expertise of Mott MacDonald with the contracting experience of JN Bentley, operating across water, energy and environment sectors throughout the UK.

With an annual turnover surpassing £500 million, Mott Macdonald Bentley cements its position as a leader within the industry. The sustained, robust business performance creates an ideal environment for career growth. 

This role is working for our Yorkshire Water framework, so travel around their region is required.

What you’ll do 

• Work closely with sub-contractors, while ensuring that the needs of a project are met 

• Effectively manage relationships with various stakeholders, while minimising costs to maximise the value received 

• Ensure that proper records, including final accounts, are kept and maintained so financial information for audits and cost assurance is readily available. 

• Develop contract management skills, understanding the New Engineering Contract (NEC) contract and how change control works. 

• Promote our quality, cost, and efficiency strategy to ensure everyone is minimising costs and maximising value and assist with maintaining our world class safety culture – through the production of critical designs, health and safety documentation, O&M manuals and commissioning plans 

What you’ll need 

• A degree in Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering or related field 

• Valid driving licence 

• Keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy in all tasks. 

• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders. 

• A proactive attitude and eagerness to learn.

What you’ll get 

In addition to our bespoke Early Careers Development Programme designed to accelerate your growth, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing inside and outside the workplace. 

• 26 days annual leave plus the option to purchase additional days

• Health cash plan to help manage everyday medical costs

• Exclusive high street discounts across retailers and gyms

• Flexible pension contributions up to 5% employee 10% employer

• Access to our Early Career Professionals network

• Internal Development Scheme to support and guide you through your journey to becoming Chartered

• Tools and resources to support your physical,mentaland financial wellbeing

Here, you’ll build a career with purpose—on projects that make a real difference. And you’ll be part of a team that invests in your future. This role is to start Summer 2027.