Quantity Surveying Graduate Scheme

The document ds not list specific skills, but the programme is designed to develop a range of skills through varied placements, including cost planning, procurement, contract administration, cost reporting, forecasting, and stakeholder engagement.

A minimum of a 2:2 Degree or Masters accredited by the RICS in Quantity Surveying and/or Commercial Management. Successful candidates must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the scheme. The role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa scheme.

Award-winning teams support ongoing development through practical experience and placements. Professional development is supported through training, mentoring, and structured networking opportunities with scheme alumni. One-to-one guidance is provided by a placement manager (responsible for day-to-day management and development), a scheme sponsor (a senior manager who acts as a technical and professional adviser), and a buddy (usually an apprentice or graduate who provides support and ensures the graduate feels welcomed). There is also a Graduate and Apprentice Committee and Alumni group, which organises events and provides wellbeing support.

TfL’s core values are extremely important, and candidates are desired who are:

• Caring about colleagues, customers, and work
• Open to each other, new ideas, and working together
• Adaptable to diverse needs and willing to innovate

During and after the graduate scheme, support is provided for gaining professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) through RICS-accredited training courses, in-house development schemes, preparation for APC interviews, and mentoring. Graduates are invited to a monthly 'APC Forum' to share information and ideas. Many graduates progress to senior leadership roles within TfL.

The application process consists of 5 steps, including online assessments to be completed within an allocated time frame. It is highly recommended that applicants read the document thoroughly to familiarise themselves with the process. The link describing each stage of the Graduates Application Process is: https://tfl.gov.uk/corporate/careers/how-to-apply-for-apprentice-and-graduate-roles?intcmp=66755

If qualification certificates are already held, copies should be uploaded to the application. If final exams are due to be sat or certificates need to be replaced, these must be provided at a later stage.
Information and guidance are provided at each assessment stage. Attention should be paid to emails and deadlines, noting there is 1 week to complete online assessments and tests cannot be re-issued once the deadline passes.

Assessment centres for graduates and intern roles take place from December to January, with many roles having only 1 assessment day and alternative dates not guaranteed. Assessment centres are conducted in person and virtually, depending on the role.

TfL is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, aiming to represent the city it serves. TfL is a disability confident employer and guarantees an interview to any disabled candidate who meets all essential criteria. In high volume campaigns, the minimum criteria is achieving a pass mark in the first stage assessments, adopting a proportionate approach as part of the Disability Confident scheme.

TfL should be informed if any reasonable adjustments are required for any stage of the application process.

Graduates will enrol in the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and, through placements, gain the experience required to sit the assessment of professional competence with the RICS.

A testimonial from a former graduate: “The Transport for London Quantity Surveying Graduate Scheme gave me the skills and the confidence to be an effective QS/Commercial Manager. I was afforded the opportunity to work on live multi-million-pound projects, and make a real impact, even as a Grad! I had some great teachers and mentors, who continue to advise and inspire me. TfL have encouraged and supported me to set and achieve my career objectives” – Kieran, Commercial Manager, and former Quantity Surveying Graduate.

The recruitment team can be contacted by phone at 0203 005 1680 (Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 17.30) or by email at EarlyCareersCampaigns@tfl.gov.uk.