Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected construction consultancy is seeking a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join their Cambridge team. This role offers extensive training and mentorship as well as the opportunity to work on diverse projects in commercial, healthcare, and residential sectors. The position includes full APC support and is ideal for candidates looking to build their careers in a supportive environment. A competitive salary between £30,000 and £35,000 is offered, along with a flexible working arrangement and various benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full APC support

Structured training programme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Hybrid and flexible working options

Mentoring from experienced professionals

Friendly and supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Degree (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline.
• Some experience in a UK consultancy environment (placement or graduate role preferred).
• Interest in working towards MRICS.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with cost planning, tendering and procurement.
• Supporting valuations, cost reporting, and final accounts.
• Helping prepare financial reports and contract documentation.
• Collaborating with internal teams, clients, and external consultants.
• Maintaining accurate project records and administrative tasks.

Skills

Good numeracy

Organization skills

Communication skills

Enthusiastic

Proactive

Keen to learn

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline

Job description

A highly regarded independent construction and property consultancy is seeking a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join their Cambridge team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and career-driven Trainee Quantity Surveyor to work on a range of exciting projects across the commercial, education, healthcare, and residential sectors.

The successful Trainee Quantity Surveyor will support the team with both pre- and post-contract duties, gaining hands‑on experience on live projects across the East of England. This role offers structured training, mentorship from experienced professionals, and full support towards APC and MRICS accreditation in a collaborative and forward‑thinking environment.

This position is ideal for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor at the early stages of their career who is eager to build a solid technical foundation, work across varied sectors, and grow within a consultancy that values professional development and long‑term progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assisting with cost planning, tendering and procurement
• Supporting valuations, cost reporting, and final accounts
• Helping prepare financial reports and contract documentation
• Collaborating with internal teams, clients, and external consultants
• Maintaining accurate project records and administrative tasks

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying or a construction‑related discipline
• Some experience in a UK consultancy environment (placement or graduate role preferred)
• Interest in working towards MRICS
• Good numeracy, organisation, and communication skills
• Enthusiastic, proactive and keen to learn

In Return:

• Competitive salary of £30,000 – £35,000
• Full APC support and structured training programme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme and private healthcare
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Mentoring from experienced professionals
• Friendly and supportive team culture

If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James.

01628 334720