Trainee Quantity Surveyor: Kickstart Your Construction Career

CC Head Office - Construction; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the City of Westminster is seeking a motivated Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to support the commercial team in managing costs, preparing estimates, and ensuring project delivery within budget. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in construction, good numerical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. Competitive salary offered with opportunities for professional development and training.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Strong interest in construction and commercial management.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Competent in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing subcontract and consultant order documents.
• Assist in preparing estimates, cost plans, and tender documents.
• Support the measurement and valuation of works.
• Help monitor project costs and variations.
• Assist with subcontractor procurement and management.
• Attend site meetings and liaise with site teams.
• Maintain accurate records and assist in producing reports.
• Work towards professional qualifications and undertake relevant training.

Skills

Strong interest in construction and commercial management

Good numerical and analytical skills

Willingness to learn and take initiative

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Attention to detail and accuracy

Competent in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word

Education

Studying towards a relevant qualification (e.g., HNC/HND, BSc in Quantity Surveying, or Construction Management)

Job description

A leading construction firm in the City of Westminster is seeking a motivated Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This entry-level position offers a fantastic opportunity to support the commercial team in managing costs, preparing estimates, and ensuring project delivery within budget. Ideal candidates will have a strong interest in construction, good numerical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. Competitive salary offered with opportunities for professional development and training.