Graduate Quantity Surveyor Scheme

Join Taylor Wimpey's Trainee Programme and start your journey to becoming a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor. As a key team member, you'll contribute to the success of our homes and communities across the UK.

Role Overview

A Quantity Surveyor at Taylor Wimpey manages site budgets, ensuring the delivery of high-quality homes. This role combines budget management, teamwork, and subcontractor interaction.

Ideal Candidate

Graduates with a Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field are encouraged to apply. Strong attention to detail, proficiency in Excel, and good interpersonal skills are essential.

Program Details

The program includes rotations across various Business Units and time within our Group Central Function, providing diverse project exposure and mentorship opportunities. It also features a tailored development scheme to enhance leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Training Focus Areas

• Tender Process: Review drawings, analyze tenders, negotiate with contractors.
• S.I.T Budgets: Manage Excel SIT Budgets, utilize COINS SIT Budgets.
• Order Placement: Lead meetings and facilitate COINS Order Placement.
• Payments: Generate payment batches, handle invoice queries, draft certificates.
• CVR: Conduct valuations, reconcile costs, compile reports.
• Subcontractor Management: Build relationships, manage accounts, understand pricing structures.

Candidate Qualities

Problem-solving skills and relationship-building are vital. You will collaborate across teams, turning challenges into opportunities.

Support and Progression

Our experienced team oversees multimillion-pound developments. Training sessions and regular reviews support your growth, with salary increases every six months as milestones are reached.

Requirements

• 2:1 Degree in Built Environment or Construction-related course
• Driving License
• Willingness to travel
• Full UK work rights

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting salary of £28,400 - £30,400 with milestones-based increases
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Full Benefits: private medical, retail discounts, etc.
• 26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Our Culture

We value diversity and inclusion, fostering a respectful environment. We support reasonable adjustments during the application process.

Checks and Eligibility

Applicants must prove UK work eligibility. Pre-employment checks, including criminal records, credit reference, and DVLA, may be conducted.