Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Reed; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Career progression

Development programmes

Team events

Job summary

Reed in Ipswich is recruiting a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team in a hands-on learning environment. You will work alongside experienced surveyors and gain exposure to cost reporting, change management, and payments applications across a range of projects.

Full training and ongoing support are provided, with clear development paths towards professional qualifications as part of your career in construction.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day support to senior commercial team members on project and financial administration.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining cost reports, project records, and commercial documentation.
• Support the management of project changes, variations, and associated cost implications.
• Help prepare applications for payment and assess completed works.
• Contribute to monthly forecasting and cost control activities.
• Monitor project expenditure and assist in identifying and reporting cost variances.
• Maintain accurate records, correspondence, and project files.
• Attend site visits and project meetings where required to support project delivery.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal departments to gather information and progress commercial matters.
• Provide general administrative assistance to the wider commercial function.

Job description

Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Start Your Career in Construction Commercial Management

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and driven individual to join a growing commercial team as a Trainee Quantity Surveyor. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or someone looking to build a long‑term career within the construction industry.

Working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors, you will develop a strong understanding of commercial processes while gaining practical experience across a variety of construction projects. This position offers excellent training, career development, and exposure to all aspects of quantity surveying.

What does a typical day look like in the role

• Provide day‑to‑day support to senior commercial team members on project and financial administration.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining cost reports, project records, and commercial documentation.
• Support the management of project changes, variations, and associated cost implications.
• Help prepare applications for payment and assess completed works.
• Contribute to monthly forecasting and cost control activities.
• Monitor project expenditure and assist in identifying and reporting cost variances.
• Maintain accurate records, correspondence, and project files.
• Attend site visits and project meetings where required to support project delivery.
• Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and internal departments to gather information and progress commercial matters.
• Provide general administrative assistance to the wider commercial function.

About you

The successful candidate will be eager to learn, commercially aware, and interested in developing a career within the construction sector.

You may be a recent graduate, college leaver, or someone with relevant experience looking to progress into quantity surveying.

Essential qualities include:

• Strong numerical and analytical abilities.
• A keen interest in construction and project delivery.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced professionals.

Full training and ongoing support will be provided, with opportunities to work towards professional qualifications and further education as part of your career development.

What's in It for You?

The company is committed to investing in its people and offers a rewarding package that supports both personal and professional growth, including:

• Competitive salary.
• Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays.
• Holiday purchase and sell scheme.
• Structured training and development programmes.
• Career progression opportunities.
• Team social events and wellbeing activities.
• A supportive and collaborative working culture.
• Plus much more

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable industry experience, learn from experienced professionals, and establish a successful career within a thriving commercial environment.