Graduate (Quantity Surveyor)

Graduate Quantity Surveyor

Location: East Anglia Area

Business Area: @One Alliance

Start Date: September 2026

Salary: Dependent On Experience And Skills

The East of England faces a unique challenge: it’s home to rich natural ecosystems, yet it’s one of the most water-stressed regions in the UK. At the @one Alliance, we’re leading the charge to change that. 

We’re a ground-breaking collaboration between eight leading organisations – Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska, and SWECO – and we deliver over half of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme. 

About The Role:

Are you a commercially minded graduate ready to build a meaningful career? Join our growing commercial team working on high-impact water and environmental infrastructure projects across East Anglia. 

We’re looking for a Graduate Quantity Surveyor to support the successful delivery of clean water and wastewater projects through effective cost and contract management. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic and future-focused industry with a clear route to professional chartership. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the preparation of cost estimates, budgets, and tender submissions 
• Assist with contract administration and commercial reporting 
• Monitor project costs, identify risks, and manage change processes 
• Liaise with project managers, engineers, subcontractors, and clients (e.g. Anglian Water) 
• Ensure compliance with NEC contracts, procurement frameworks, and commercial procedures 
• Contribute to value engineering, cost-saving initiatives, and financial forecasting 

What We’Re Looking For:

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline (RICS accredited preferred) 
• A strong interest in the water, utilities, or infrastructure sector 
• Good numerical, analytical, and communication skills 
• Attention to detail and ability to work collaboratively in a team 
• Full UK driving licence (or working towards it) 
• Competitive graduate salary and benefits package 
• Structured Graduate Development Programme 
• We will support you achieve working towards your professional accreditations 
• Mentoring and training from experienced commercial professionals 
• Exposure to a wide range of water and civil engineering projects 
•  Why Join the @ONE Alliance? 

What We Offer:

We are more than just a delivery partner, we are agents of transformation, our employee value proposition to all of our employees is to be:  

* United Through Purpose             *Talented, Supportive Team

*Countless Opportunities              *Power In Partnership

*Shape The Future

Inclusion is for everyone and we are an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion for creating better outcomes, and we’re committed to creating an environment where all our colleagues feel they belong. 

• Right to Work in the UK 
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK at the time of application. Please note that this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker or Graduate visa routes 
• Apply Now: 
• If you're ready to kick-start your career in a sector that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.  

Closing Date: 31st October 2025

*Assessment Centre Day Will Be Held On Either Monday 1st Or Wednesday 3rd December