Graduate Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Graduate Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Location: Tonbridge, Kent
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Our client, a successful specialist construction subcontractor based in Tonbridge, is looking to recruit a Graduate Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate who wants to begin a career in quantity surveying. Full training and ongoing support will be provided by experienced commercial professionals.

The Role

As a Graduate Trainee Quantity Surveyor, you will assist with the commercial management of construction projects from initial enquiry through to final account.

Your duties will include:

* Assisting with project costings, estimates and quotations

* Reviewing drawings, specifications and tender documents

* Supporting the preparation of valuations and applications for payment

* Monitoring project costs and budgets

* Assisting with subcontractor and supplier enquiries

* Preparing cost reports and commercial documentation

* Supporting the management of variations

* Attending project and site meetings when required

* Working closely with estimators, project managers and senior quantity surveyors

The Candidate

The successful candidate will ideally have:

* A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related construction subject

* A genuine interest in developing a career within the construction industry

* Strong numerical and analytical skills

* Good communication and organisational skills

* Competent Microsoft Excel skills

* A professional and enthusiastic attitude

* A full UK driving licence would be beneficial

Previous construction experience is not essential, as full training will be provided.

What Is Offered

* Starting salary of £28,000

* Full training and career development

* Support from an experienced commercial team

* Exposure to live specialist construction projects

* Excellent long-term progression opportunities

* Permanent employment with a growing subcontractor

This role would suit a motivated graduate looking for their first opportunity within quantity surveying and commercial management.

Apply now with your CV for further information
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed