Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Toppesfield Limited; Claydon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Training and development

Performance bonus

Employee referral scheme

EAP access

Life assurance

Job summary

Toppesfield Limited is offering an exciting Trainee Quantity Surveyor position for recent graduates to join the Commercial team. You will gain hands-on experience across multiple projects while developing skills in cost control and contract administration.

The role provides sponsorship towards a degree, with training and progression opportunities within a collaborative, people-first culture. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Graduate with interest in construction industry and QS role.
• Analytical mindset and ability to work in a team.
• Willingness to develop through sponsored study and training.

Responsibilities

• Assist Managing QS with financial transactions and project documentation.
• Prepare and maintain reports, schedules, and emails; handle communications.
• Analyze variations and claims; support interim valuations and payments.
• Provide cost reports and forecasts; monitor cost trends and variances.
• Attend site meetings with clients and contractors as required.
• Support Commercial and Sales teams with admin tasks and ad-hoc duties.

Skills

Analytical mind

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in quantity surveying

Job description

About Toppesfield

Toppesfield isn’t just about asphalt surfacing; it’s about our ToppTeam. Over the last two decades, we have grown into one of the UK’s leading surfacing contractors, working with customers across a wide range of sectors to improve infrastructure, enhance safety, and create lasting value for communities.

As we’ve grown, so has our ambition. Through continuous improvement and a desire to do things differently we’ve expanded our reach across the UK, creating over 350 employment opportunities, establishing a network of depots nationwide and delivering projects across a wide range of sectors.

But our success isn't just about numbers; it's about our incredible team and our shared commitment to excellence.

If you're looking to be part of a company that values its people, promotes collaboration, and sets the industry standard, Toppesfield is your destination. Come be a part of our success story.

Role description:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee QS who will work alongside and support our dynamic Commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or someone looking to start a career in quantity surveying. You will gain hands‑on experience while working on a variety of projects

Role Responsibilities:

• Assist and support the Managing Quantity Surveyor in preparing, maintaining, and processing financial and project transactions
• Assist in compiling all required reports and schedules, and perform general commercial administrative tasks, including filing, managing emails, and following up on communications via email and phone.
• Manage and analyse project variations, including any claims for loss and expense
• Assist with carrying out interim valuations; value completed works and applying for payments
• Support in providing accurate, real‑time monthly reports (Cost Value Reconciliations) and forecasts for final outcomes.
• Assist with analysis of project costs and preparation of monthly cost reports and commentary for any variance
• Attend site meetings with clients and contractors as required for initial survey and project development
• Support the Commercial and Sales team with administrative tasks and other ad‑hoc responsibilities.

Ideal Candidate:

Whilst we desire the candidate to have previous experience, candidates are expected to have some knowledge of the role of a QS, an analytical mind and an interest in the construction industry. Following recruitment further development training and opportunities will be available. This may include studying towards a degree at university which Toppesfield will sponsor.

Why join Toppesfield?

We’re proud to be a people first business, and in addition to a competitive salary, we’re pleased to offer:

• Generous annual leave: Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, annual leave buy and sell scheme, and years’ service entitlement increase
• Family focused policies: enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Training and development opportunities: for continued career development
• People first initiatives: cycle to work scheme, birthday bonus, discount portal, saving scheme, life assurance and company social events
• Employee Assistant Programme (EAP): access to support services for personal and professional wellbeing
• Performance bonus: eligibility for performance-based bonuses
• Employee referral scheme: earn rewards for referring new team members
• Employee volunteering programme: opportunities to give back to the communities we work in
• Supportive culture: a collaborative working environment with opportunities for progression
• Learning and Development: Continuous growth opportunities and training.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent | Salary: Competitive

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