Trainee Quantity Surveyor – Hybrid & Degree Path

Amentum; Barrow-in-Furness; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical cover (UK)

Digital GP service

Enhanced parental leave pay

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Amentum is offering a structured development role in Quantity Surveying, blending practical field experience with academic and professional training. You’ll gain exposure to cost management, procurement, contract administration, and commercial reporting while pursuing a QS degree alongside work.

The role provides a clear path to professional accreditation and progression within major projects. Join a team committed to safety, integrity and collaboration, with hybrid work options and strong

Qualifications

• Interest in Quantity Surveying, commercial management or construction.
• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel.
• Willingness to study towards/continue a Quantity Surveying degree.
• Willingness to travel to project locations.
• Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive approach to learning and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial and quantity surveying activities on live projects.
• Assist with cost management, forecasting, payments and contract administration.
• Help manage contract changes, Early Warnings and Compensation Events.
• Support procurement, tendering and bid activities.
• Maintain commercial records, reports and project documentation.
• Develop knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts and processes.
• Collaborate with senior Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers.

Skills

Quantity Surveying interest

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

MS Office (Excel)

Proactive learning

Degree pursuit (QS)

Travel flexibility

Education

QS degree (ongoing)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Amentum is offering a structured development role in Quantity Surveying, blending practical field experience with academic and professional training. You’ll gain exposure to cost management, procurement, contract administration, and commercial reporting while pursuing a QS degree alongside work.

The role provides a clear path to professional accreditation and progression within major projects. Join a team committed to safety, integrity and collaboration, with hybrid work options and strong