Quantity Surveyor Industrial Placement 2026 - Morrison Construction

Quantity Surveyor Industrial Placement 2026

Location: Scotland Central Belt across Glasgow and Edinburgh

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What could your day look like?

As an Industrial Placement Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with your line manager to assist in the commercial administration, reporting and performance on a single large project or several smaller schemes.

You will:
•    Participate in creating a safe working environment.
•    Use the latest Oracle software tools to support accurate reporting of costs and value to the business unit. 
•    Assist in the interpretation and critical evaluation of expenditure reports produced by internal cost systems. 
•    Be involved in the procurement of Subcontract partners including preparation of bid enquiry documentation and critical evaluation of bids.
•    Draft Subcontract documentation.
•    Apply the principles of ‘Doing the right thing’ in maximising value and profit.
•    Support the administration of subcontract works packages including, interim assessments of the amount due and change management.
•    Assist in the production and issue of commercial notices, to both the Client and Subcontractors, as required by the form of contract and the law. 
•    Assist in the management of change in accordance with the form of contract, including the production and submission of Compensation Event Quotations and the maintenance of detailed schedules of value.
•    Provide information to the Commercial team to assist in the production of monthly payment applications to the Client.
•    Liaise with operational and engineering staff to maintain site records.
•    Collate and calculate information required to assist the Commercial team in the production and maintenance of a detailed ‘cost to complete’ including schedules of Subcontractor ‘liabilities’.
 

As part of the industrial placement programme you will be expected to work in and around the location advertised, with the possibility for expanding travel to other projects and locations in the future. This may include staying away from home.

Please note that this position is a fixed term contact.

Morrison Construction - Who are we?

As a leading construction company, we aim to improve the UK's built environment and deliver lasting change in the communities we work in.

Our purpose is to improve lives by building facilities and infrastructure, support our team's growth, promote best practices in our supply chain, and care for the environment. At Morrison Construction, we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential, emphasizing health, safety and wellbeing through our 'Be Well' program, which offers gym discounts and support for various wellbeing topics.

Encouraged by our people-oriented values, we invite motivated and enthusiastic people to join us in making a meaningful difference.

What do we offer?

We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a range of attractive options to help support your career and development, on top of a competitive placement salary.

An industrial placement with Morrison Construction gives you the opportunity to work on live, community‑shaping projects with one of Scotland’s leading contractors. You’ll gain real experience, build valuable skills, and join a supportive team committed to developing future talent. It’s an exceptional way to kick‑start your career in construction.

What are we looking for?

We invite applications from those who are passionate about the industry, who are currently in education and want to add practical experience to their studies.

You will be willing to learn and get involved in key projects, have the passion, adaptability and a flexible approach to work, along with good communication skills. We are here to support your learning and professional growth; we do not expect you to have any prior experience for this role.

Morrison Construction welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. 

What’s next?

Step 1: Apply for the role you’re interested in – we can’t wait to receive your application!

Step 2: Applicants who pass an initial screening stage will be invited to an interview with the local team.

While we work hard to keep you updated with your application every step of the way, due to the high volume of applications and assessment centres taking place, please be mindful that there may be a delay at some stages in the process.

This vacancy is due to close for applications on 31st March 2026, please ensure you have submit your application before this date in order to be considered for the role.

Don’t meet every requirement of the role?

At Morrison Construction, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

For more information on this role or to enquire about other Early Careers positions available please contact our Early Careers team on earlycareers@gallifordtry.co.uk

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