Graduate Quantity Surveyor Scheme

TN United Kingdom; Stockton-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking motivated individuals to join their Trainee Quantity Surveyor program. This exciting opportunity offers comprehensive training and hands-on experience in managing site budgets, negotiating with contractors, and ensuring high-quality home delivery. With a focus on developing essential skills like leadership and problem-solving, you'll work alongside experienced professionals who will guide you through various business units. Enjoy a competitive starting salary, milestone-based increases, and a full benefits package, including private medical cover and generous annual leave. If you're ready to build a successful career in construction and surveying, this is the perfect chance to lay your foundations.

Benefits

Annual Bonus Scheme

Private Medical Cover

Retail Discounts

26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Qualifications

• Manage site budgets and contribute to delivering high-quality homes.
• Develop technical skills and leadership abilities through mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and analyse tenders as part of the tender process.
• Conduct valuations and reconcile costs for effective financial management.

Skills

Budget Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Relationship Building

Education

2:1 Degree in Built Environment

Tools

Excel SIT Budgets

COINS SIT Budgets

Job description

Join Taylor Wimpey's Trainee programme and begin laying the foundations of becoming a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor. As a pivotal member of the team, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the success of our homes and communities across the UK.

Job Details

• Client:
• Location: Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom
• Job Category: Other
• EU work permit required: Yes
• Job Reference: 8065fe0220cb
• Job Views: 9
• Posted: 26.04.2025
• Expiry Date: 10.06.2025

Job Description

As a Quantity Surveyor at Taylor Wimpey, you will manage site budgets, contribute to delivering high-quality homes, and develop your skills through comprehensive training, rotations across various Business Units, and mentorship from experienced professionals. The program aims to develop your technical skills, leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities, preparing you for a successful career in construction and surveying.

You will gain hands-on experience in areas such as:

• Tender Process: Review drawings, analyse tenders, negotiate with contractors.
• S.I.T Budgets: Create and manage Excel SIT Budgets, utilise COINS SIT Budgets.
• Order Placement: Chair meetings and facilitate COINS Order Placement.
• Payments: Generate payment batches, address invoice queries, draft certificates.
• CVR: Conduct valuations, reconcile costs, compile reports.
• Subcontractor Management: Cultivate relationships, manage accounts, understand pricing structures.

Beyond technical skills, your problem-solving ability and relationship-building skills will be vital. You'll collaborate across teams, turning challenges into opportunities and forging lasting connections.

Support includes experienced team oversight, training sessions, regular reviews, and salary increases every six months.

Requirements

• A 2:1 Degree in a Built Environment or Construction Related Course
• A Driving License
• A Willingness to travel around your area
• Full indefinite UK working rights

Benefits

• Starting salary of £28,400 with milestone-based increases
• Annual Bonus Scheme
• Full Benefits Package including private medical cover, retail discounts, and more
• 26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Additional Information

We value diversity and inclusion, ensuring fair treatment for all applicants and employees. For assistance with reasonable adjustments during the application process, contact us.

Checks and Eligibility

You must prove eligibility to work in the UK. Successful candidates may undergo pre-employment checks such as criminal records, credit reference, and DVLA checks, conducted by our third-party provider, Experian or others. Providing false information will disqualify your application.