Are you ready to build your career in the construction and building materials industry? We’re looking for an enthusiastic Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial Quantity Surveying team and embark on an exciting journey towards a rewarding career.
About the Role
As a Trainee Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with our Commercial and Operational teams, gaining invaluable experience in managing and controlling the financial and commercial aspects of projects and contracts. You’ll learn how to deliver projects safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest levels of customer satisfaction.
Role Responsibility
Role Responsibility
In this role, you will:
Form a key part of a small quantity surveying team
Assist in preparation of contract valuations from site records provided by operational personnel
Submit valuations to clients and assist in resolving queries that may arise
Liaise closely with customers during contracts to ensure that additional works are highlighted and valued
Assist with agreement of final accounts in relation to multiple contracts
Responsible for liaison and production of contract cost and value summaries on a weekly basis
Help identify cost savings and assist cost control during contracts
Learn about the different business functions and what our business does forming a close alliance with the operational and commercial teams
Aid credit control to ensure external payments are received in a timely manner.
Assist the estimating function of the business to prepare and submit quotations when required.
Be able to function in a fast movement environment and operate to tight deadlines
Attend college to complete your Level 4 Construction Quantity Surveying Technician apprenticeship, laying a strong foundation for your career.
The Ideal Candidate
To succeed in this role, you should be:
Keen to start a career in the building materials industry, with a desire to specialise in Quantity Surveying or a commercial role.
Ready to study and complete a Level 4 Qualification while gaining hands-on experience.
A strong team player, supporting commercial goals and overall business success.
Eager to develop your commercial understanding, acumen, and negotiation skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and related tools.
Improvement-focused, always looking for better ways of working.
