Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial , we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide., including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.
Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair.
Why Ferrovial?
- Global presence, local impact : Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.
- Collaborative excellence : Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.
- Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.
- Career growth : Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.
- Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing : Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.
- Productivity tools : Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.
Graduate Quantity Surveyor 2026
About Ferrovial Construction UK&I
Ferrovial Construction is the UK based engineering and construction arm of the Ferrovial Group. It is the largest private transport infrastructure operator in the world in terms of capital invested with a workforce of approximately 96,000 employees, and a presence across 15 countries with over 60 years’ experience. It is a Spanish multinational company operating through 4 divisions; Airports, Highways, Construction and Building subsidiaries. Ferrovial are committed to developing sustainable and innovative solutions, with the aim to create value for society, and for clients, investors and employees
We design and construct some of the UK and Ireland’s most high-profile transport infrastructure projects. We have the strength and depth to deliver complex major projects in-house, drawing on international expertise and full asset lifecycle capability. We provide our clients with cost-effective, value-added solutions and design and build sustainable assets for people and places
We maximise potential through continuous professional development and create an equal, inclusive and diverse place to work to drive innovation.
At Ferrovial, we have five core values: Excellence, Innovation, Collaboration, Integrity and Respect. We are proud of our work and values which we live by to achieve our goals.
Whilst working on large complex projects, you will be encouraged to achieve your maximum, all the while having support and guidance. An ability to work well in a team is key to the delivery of our projects, so that effective communication skills are critical.
Ferrovial prioritises the mobility of its employees as a means of fostering talent. The company has set up a Global Mobility Portal, which operates as an internal job board where employees can find all openings worldwide. The company is keen for graduates to move overseas and gain experiences of different cultures and business ways and methodologies.
The role
Ferrovial Construction is looking for Graduate Quantity Surveyors to assist with financial control on a variety of major UK infrastructure projects. The Ferrovial 2-year graduate development programme is designed to develop personal, professional and technical skills through a blended approach. You will work under the supervision of our Senior Quantity Surveyors.
Key Responsibilities
A large part of your work will involve tender enquiries, analysis of quotations and subcontractor procurement. You will also have overall responsibility for several smaller accounts, enabling you to develop your financial skills.
Key Accountabilities
- To assist in the management of the day-to-day bill of quantities for the relevant sections of allocated projects to ensure financial efficiencies
- To provide advice and guidance to managers on achieving value for money
- Analyse subcontractor valuations
- Ensure cost control aligns with business financial systems
- To liaise with the procurement teams as required to ensure compliance with financial parameters
- Assist in the production and monitoring of Applications and Final Accounts
- Check agreed sub-contract Applications and Accounts
- Document control
- Contribute to the achievement of Health and Safety in accordance with company policy
- To promote company values in all dealing with other employees, clients, subcontractors and other external contacts.
- Adopting and promoting Ferrovial Construction UK Vision and Values. Taking ownership for the work assigned to you.
Skills and Competence
We are looking for graduates with:
- Excellent written and communication skills and ability to interact at a variety of levels
- Degree or Masters in Quantity Surveying (Industry related disciplines considered)
- Motivated to learn and add value to the team, the role and the Graduate programme
- Analytical thinker who enjoys problem solving
- A proven team player who can effectively work with others
- Enjoys working under pressure to meet deadlines
- Proactive approach to working and learning
- Commercial awareness and an understanding of the industry
- Familiar with all Microsoft packages
Interpersonal Skills
- Highly motivated
- Logical thinker with a willingness to learn
- Resilient and a flexible approach to working
- Results driven with strong communication skills
- Work independently with minimal supervision
Desirable
- Knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation
- Quantity Surveying experience or knowledge
Essential
Must have right to work in the UK by the start of employment and for the entirety of the graduate programme.
What we offer
On the Ferrovial Construction Graduate scheme you will get:
- 2-year development programme in line with the UK Quantity Surveying framework
- Work with Contractors and Sub-contractors to develop effective partnerships
- Attend a variety of blended training to develop your technical, professional and behavioural skills
- You will start the process of becoming chartered with internal and external support
- Gain an understanding of Ferrovial Construction from a global perspective, with mobility opportunities
- Given the opportunity to participate in charity volunteering and innovation projects. And much more!
Other details
The position is scheduled to begin in September 2026.
Please note that this job description does not represent a comprehensive list of activities and employees may be requested to undertake other reasonable duties.
Ferrovial Construction UK is an Equal Opportunities employer and as such treats applications equally and recruits purely based on skills and experience.
We are committed to building an inclusive team from a variety of different backgrounds, perspectives and skills so we encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.
Seize the challenge. Move the world together! Innovative, creative, respectful, and diverse are some of the ways we describe ourselves. We are motivated by challenges, and we collaborate across our business units to move the world together. Your journey to a fulfilling career starts here!
Ferrovial is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all jobs applications equally, regardless of gender, color, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, covered veteran status or protected genetic information (each, a “ Protected Class ” ), or any other protected class in accordance with applicable laws.
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