Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Overview: Some see a blueprint. We see an adventure.

Role: Trainee Quantity Surveyor
Location: Central West Scotland (Urban Union)
Challenges. Opportunities. Solutions. At Robertson, we see them our way. We’re bold enough to ask questions. Brave enough to look at things differently. Confident enough to be ourselves. Join us and you’ll join the UK’s largest family-owned construction, infrastructure and support services business. As a Trainee Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be part of a team that’s doing incredible things - for ourselves, for the built environment around us, and for a truly sustainable future.
Your new role: About the role
Ready to head into the world of work? A Traineeship could be your ideal start to the next phase of your career. You’ll learn about the job, on the job, whilst we support you through further studies, so you’ll gain qualifications as well as work experience and skills. As a Trainee Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for:

• Assisting in the production of monthly applications for payments / valuations
• Compiling material take-offs from plans
• Assisting with compilation of tenders
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly forecasts / cashflows
• Record keeping and documentation associated with sub-contracts
• Assisting in the procurement of sub-contractors, TCI Meetings, minutes, procurement schedules
• Assisting in the management of sub-contractors, record keeping, payment notices, site instructions
• Assisting in record keeping, maintaining contemporary records and updating these on the Project Page

What you'll need

• HNC/HND/Bsc (Hons) (or currently working towards or prepared to)
• Complimentary relevant experience
• Ability to work under pressure
• Methodical approach
• Numerate
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literate
• Willingness to learn

About you
As a Trainee we understand this may be one of your first roles so we’re looking for someone with a genuine interest in Quantity Surveying. Experience within this sector would be great however if you can demonstrate the ability to work on your own initiative and demonstrate a methodical approach with excellent written and verbal communications skills this could be the role for you. We will support you through your Traineeship to develop and progress in your chosen career path. What's in it for me: Working the Robertson Way
Joining us isn’t just about seeing things our way. It’s also about working the Robertson Way too, by bringing our 5 guiding principles to life. Here’s what that means…
We listen Listening enables us to work positively and collaboratively, and gives customers, partners and colleagues the assurance that their voices are always heard.
We are professional Our mix of prudence and diligence, care and attention to detail means that our customers have certainty and assurance in everything we do and trust us to deliver.
We take responsibility Each of us is accountable for what we do. From the smallest detail to team safety and caring for our communities and the environment, we know that everything matters.
We are determined to succeed Every challenge is an opportunity. We work collaboratively and focus on safety, productivity and quality to find solutions we can be proud of and that provide a positive, lasting benefit.
We are one team We work as one - in our teams and partnerships, and with our customers. We respect each contribution, and everyone stands up to be counted. We are Team Robertson.
In return, we offer a wide range of rewards and benefits, including 33 days annual leave, a great pension and valuable life assurance. What’s more, you’ll also be able to make the most of a range of brilliant extras. These include our Cycle to Work Scheme, discounts at restaurants and cinemas with a Taste Card, annual flu vaccine, and Health & Wellbeing and Life Management Support for you and your family.
When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Robertson. That’s why we’re working hard to create an environment where everyone can feel welcome, and where we can all be ourselves. We encourage applications from people of all races, ages, genders, religions, sexual orientations and more - so whoever you are, we hope you’ll see things our way, too.
Apply now
If you’ve got what it takes to look at things differently, to find new perspectives, and to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary, we’d love to meet you. To apply for this role and to start seeing things our way, submit your CV on our careers site.

This role will be subject to pre-employment screening, including references. The level of screening may vary depending on role responsibilities and will be discussed at interview.