Job Description

Fixed term work placement starting in summer 2026

About the role:

We are delighted to be accepting applications for our Summer Placement Quantity Surveyor role in our Central London office. Our office is conveniently located in the heart of London in the Blackfriars area and less than 5 mins from walk from Blackfriars station.




This is a full-time, paid summer placement scheme with exact dates to be agreed between ourselves and the selected candidate based on availability, however we would propose a 3-month period over the summer of 2026.




We are looking for candidates currently studying an RICS accredited course who have a passion for working as a Quantity Surveyor and want to gain some practical experience during their summer break from university.




Whilst working with us you will receive structured, hands-on experience in the consultancy Quantity Surveying role. All the time learning and developing your understanding of the key responsibilities of a Quantity Surveyor and gaining further insight into the construction industry.




You will learn how an established construction consultancy operates and gain invaluable experience whilst working to proven and successful systems and procedures.




We take pride in our working culture and environment, and we have exemplary track record for supporting and developing talent within our business.




You can expect to work alongside experienced and highly qualified colleagues with a proven track record at mentoring junior staff. You will do this in professional and personable office environment. We offer hybrid working as standard practice across the business and regular office and regional social events.




Launch your career with TSA Riley and let's grow together!

About your Responsibilities:

Within your role, we expect you to gain exposure to pre and post contract duties within a consultancy, client-facing Quantity Surveyor role.




Some duties will include, but are not limited to:


Stakeholder management Value engineering Tender management Procurement Contract Administration Preparing financial and progress reports Cost Planning Cost Management Administering cost/variation procedures

Closing Date:

The closing date for applications is:

Friday 28th November 2025

We encourage applicants to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. This scheme proves incredibly popular every year and therefore we reserve the right to close any job advertisements early where appropriate.

About You:

Our summer placement roles are incredibly popular; therefore, we're looking for specific candidates who meet the following criteria:


Are currently studying a Degree / Masters course and seeking a summer placement in industry for the summer of 2026. Are studying an RICS accredited course. Are eager and quick to learn. Share our values. Have excellent literacy and numeracy skills. Are excellent communicators. Enjoy working in a collaborative team environment. Can follow process driven systems and procedures and work well under pressure. Passionate about pursuing a career in Quantity Surveying / Cost Management. Are organised, punctual and generally well prepared to work in a full-time office environment.

About Us:

TSA Riley has a 130-year heritage dating back to 1890 when Henry Riley Esq first established a quantity surveying practice in London. In Asia Pacific we trace our roots back to the 1980s through the merging of several respected, small project management and advisory firms.




Now, in the 21st century, we're defining and pioneering a new way of helping our clients drive greater value and impact from their built assets.




Plan. Procure. Deliver. Optimise. Decarbonise. We call this project consulting.




We provide expert strategic, commercial and operations advice; project and cost management; carbon advice; and dispute resolution. This uniquely broad range of services - across the project lifecycle - means we understand the interdependencies at every stage. We combine this with hands-on experience and personalised service to drive greater value, impact and certainty for our clients' projects.

Our Shared Values:

We win together:

Collaborate openly, learn from each other and succeed as one global team.

We own it, always:

Act with integrity and take responsibility to deliver with purpose.

We focus on what matters:

Striving for high standards to create meaningful, lasting and sustainable impact.

We are curious:

Embrace agility and change, explore ideas and turn our curiosity into progress.

TSA Riley is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us if you require any adjustments which would support you throughout our application and recruitment process.




recruitment@tsariley.uk

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