Trainee Quantity Surveyor
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are currently actively seeking Trainee/Graduate Quantity Surveyor who is looking to take the next step.
Our client has a reputation for delivering some of the most prestigious civil engineering, infrastructure and public realm projects in the UK . In joining the team, you will have the support and opportunity to broaden your skills/experience and ultimately, progress your career working on rail infrastructure, civils.
Responsibilities: As a trainee Qauntiy Surveyor With guidance and support from a roaming Senior Quantity Surveyor your responsibilities will include;
- Assisting in preparing tender documents, bills of quantities, and cost estimates
- Performing take-offs from technical drawings and producing precise quantity surveys
- Supporting in evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations and proposals
- Assisting in preparing project cost reports and cash flow forecasts
- Supporting the Quantity Surveyor in administering contracts, including issuing instructions and variations, preparing payment certificates, and managing claims
- Collaborating with other departments, including design, procurement, and construction, to ensure project information is current and accurate.
Qualifications and Experience: The ideal candidate for this position should possess the following qualifications and experience:
- GCSE including English and maths and/BTEC
- Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- A passion for mechanical and electrical engineering projects
- Highly organised
- enthusiasm, drive and professionalism in representing our client with clients and contractors
The company will invest in you and provides a comprehensive training and development program to support your career progression as a Quantity Surveyor.
our client is looking for is a bright and driven individual who has a desire to become an integral part of the team and business. In addition, you should have a passion for improving the region which, in our case, is through the development of high-quality construction projects. Along this, we ask for an individual is committed to achieving the best results, both in their degree and their work.
Salary depending on experience £25,00k/£35,00k per year
Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm
If you are interested please call Kels 020838543965
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £25,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Flexible Language Requirement:
- English not required
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- New Cross: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
- surveying: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: kels
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Quantity Surveyor roles across Howard Finley's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £25,000 - £35,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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