Job Description

Graduate Commercial

Role Overview

The Commercial Graduate supports the commercial and project teams with cost management, procurement, forecasting, and contractual administration. The role provides structured development towards becoming a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager, gaining exposure to the full project lifecycle from tendering through to final account.

Duties and Responsibilities

Cost Management & Reporting

Assist in preparing cost plans, budgets, and monthly commercial reports. Support tracking of project costs, forecasts, cashflow, and value of work done. Help assess variations, compensation events, and change control. Contribute to identifying cost risks and opportunities.

Contract Administration

Support administration of NEC, FIDIC, or other contract forms. Assist with issuing notices, maintaining registers, and recording early warnings. Help ensure compliance with contractual obligations and governance processes.

Procurement & Supply Chain Support

Assist in preparing tender packages, evaluations, and award recommendations. Engage with subcontractors and suppliers to obtain quotations and manage enquiries. Support ongoing subcontract management, payment assessments, and performance reviews.

Measurement & Valuation

Conduct basic measurement and take-offs from drawings. Support preparation of bills of quantities and schedules of rates. Assist with onsite progress assessments for monthly valuations.

Commercial Controls

Maintain accurate records, commercial logs, registers, and documentation. Support audit readiness by ensuring documentation is complete and traceable. Help prepare data for earned value analysis and KPI reporting.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Work closely with project managers, planners, engineers, and finance teams. Attend project meetings to understand programme issues, risks, and commercial drivers. Liaise with client commercial representatives under guidance.

Qualifications and Skills

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, Business, or related discipline. Strong numerical and analytical skills. Good understanding of basic commercial and contractual principles. Proficient with Excel and analytical tools. Clear, confident communication skills. Organised, detail-focused, and able to prioritise effectively.

What We Value

We value our commitment to each other, summed up in our five values, we all sign up to these... We care about safety. We lead with integrity. We strive to be better every day. We make a positive impact. We deliver to grow. We are one company united.

Our Aim & Vision at OCU

To be the UK's leading energy transition and utilities contractor.


We are committed to leading the way in utilities and energy transition contracting, our mission is to innovate and deliver sustainability. At OCU, our passion for addressing complex challenges brings new standards of growth in our people and capabilities. OCU is an equal opportunities employer.