Graduate Cost Consultant / Quantity Surveyor

Graduate Cost Consultant / Quantity Surveyor

Brookbanks operates nationwide, providing integrated and holistic consultancy services for major infrastructure and development schemes. We have a reputation for designing and delivering complex mixed-use, major residential, and commercial build projects ranging from £5m to £500m.

As a UK, privately owned consultancy, we offer autonomy, flexibility and trust. Our people are empowered and supported to challenge the status quo, implement their ideas, and make a real impact.

What’s in it for you at Brookbanks?

Personal development: we provide the opportunity to develop cross-disciplinary expertise, funded chartership and professional development.

Personable environment : as a UK, privately-owned consultancy, you’ll be more than just a number.

Roadmap for progression : we’re expanding into new sectors and regions, ensuring we can honour your progression.

Autonomy : you’ll have the freedom to work in your own way, create change and shape the company.

Innovation : free from rigid processes or layers of hierarchy, we encourage fresh thinking and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Hybrid and flexible working : 3 office days and 2 days working from home

Scale and scope : you’ll be part of many of the UK’s most prestigious projects from day one.

As a Graduate Cost Consultant / Quantity Surveyor, you will…

Contribute to the delivery of residential, commercial, and infrastructure developments from day one. You’ll gain exposure across all stages of the project lifecycle - from early-stage cost planning through to procurement and post-contract support.

Typical tasks include:

Cost Planning & Estimating:

• Assisting with preparation of budget estimates and elemental cost plans

• Supporting value engineering and feasibility assessments

• Working with project teams to understand design and cost impacts

Procurement Support:

• Helping to prepare tender documentation

• Supporting tender analysis and contractor appointment processes

• Assisting with the preparation of contract documents

Post-Contract Management:

• Monitoring project costs and preparing payment recommendations

• Supporting change control processes and cost forecasting

• Attending site and progress meetings with the project team

• Learning to manage commercial risks and support client objectives

What do we look for?

• A degree (or on track to complete one) in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, or a related discipline

• A keen interest in the built environment and infrastructure development

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail

• A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn from experienced mentors

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• Enthusiasm, ambition, and a proactive approach to problem-solving

• A desire to work towards chartership

Want to find out more?

To learn more over a confidential chat, simply apply or contact Zoe Evans, Head of Talent at recruitment@brookbanks.com

Locations

Flexible, hybrid working in any of our offices:

Birmingham, Bristol, Bishop’s Stortford or Exeter