40 trainee quantity surveyor jobs found

Graduate / Trainee Quantity Surveyor Curtain Walling & Facades Our client is a well-established, high-end UK manufacturer and contractor within the curtain walling, architectural glazing and façade sector. They are looking to recruit a Graduate / Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join their team, working alongside and learning from an experienced QS and site management team. This is a structured entry-level role with full training provided, both from their North Somerset office and on-site. Location: North Somerset (Bristol/Bath area, close to Bristol Airport) Package: £28k £30k basic + annual bonus + 22 days holiday The Role Trainee Quantity Surveyor • Supporting an experienced Quantity Surveyor and site team on live projects • Gaining exposure from design stage through to project completion • Assisting with valuations, cost control and budget management • Supporting labour tracking and the payment process • Attending site visits, gaining hands-on...

FBR Recruitment are currently working with a well-established and reputable house builder based in Southampton, who are looking to appoint a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual looking to further develop their career within the residential housing sector, working on traditional build housing projects. Depending on experience the salary expectations are 25,000/ 27,000 If you are looking to take the next step in your career please apply today or contact Tiffany at FBR Recruitment for more information.

Trainee / Graduate Quantity Surveyor Manchester £27,000 per annum (with future earning potential and car allowance) Are you a Trainee or Graduate Quantity Surveyor looking to build your career in construction? TS Recruitment is working with a well-established subcontractor based in Manchester, looking to recruit a Trainee / Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team. The Offer: Salary: £27,000 per annum Benefits: 28 days holiday including bank holidays Pension scheme (after 3-month qualifying period) Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Your Role Will Include: Supporting the Commercial Manager and Quantity Surveyors on a variety of commercial tasks. Carrying out site valuations and managing variations. Verifying subcontractor payments and working hours. Reviewing and managing contracts and associated paperwork. Ordering materials and plant hire in a cost-efficient manner. Assisting in the preparation of cost value reports and final...

Ivy Resource Group are working with a leading contractor to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for a permanent role based in Wolverhampton. You will be supporting the delivery of a diverse portfolio of commercial projects including schools, hospitals, MOD bases, colleges, universities, and leisure centres. The company: Our client is a national construction company and family-owned business that has a passion for innovation and a drive for achieving excellence. They have been in business for over 30 years and work across a variety of sectors, including: Commercial, Leisure, Education, Healthcare, Residential and Retail. The Role: Supporting the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account Assisting with cost planning, procurement, valuations, variations, and cost reporting Supporting subcontractor procurement, administration, and payment processes Assisting with forecasting and monitoring project budgets...

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Healthcare, Education & Commercial Projects Location: North West Salary: £35,000 £45,000 Package: Car allowance, mileage, 23 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service), early finish Fridays, plus full benefits package Our client is a privately owned design & build contractor delivering complex projects across the healthcare, education, and commercial sectors. With a strong reputation for quality delivery and a collaborative culture, they continue to secure repeat business across live and regulated environments. Due to sustained growth, they are looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of multiple schemes. The Role Reporting to a Quantity Surveyor, Project Lead, or Director, the Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support the commercial delivery of one or multiple projects. Working closely with the Project Quantity Surveyor and wider commercial team, you will assist in ensuring...

Vacancy Summary Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Suffolk Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 50k- 60k basic plus competitive package inc car allowance, pension, performance bonus etc. Company & Project: Apple Technical Recruitment are working exclusively with a privately owned Main Contractor with a busy pipeline of work across Suffolk. They are looking to grow their Commercial team due to new projects secured in Bury St Edmunds, Mildenhall and Ipswich. The business works across the Mixed-Use, Commercial, Education and Healthcare sectors on projects valued c 5m- 15m. The successful candidate will be joining the business to work on a project c 10m Commercial project based near Bury St Edmunds. With a clear structure and programme in place for their employees personal development, this role is a very good opportunity for a surveyor to lead their own projects in a collaborative team environment. Duties &...

Vacancy Summary Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Hertfordshire Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 40k- 47k basic plus competitive package inc car or allowance, health, performance bonus. Company & Project: Apple Technical Recruitment are working alongside a well thought of Main Contractor operating across Hertfordshire and North London who are looking to recruit an ambitious and driven Assistant Quantity Surveyor to complement their Commercial Management team working on a c 20m+ Mixed Use project in the local area. The opportunity has a clear pathway for progression to Quantity Surveyor level, with full support for further professional development, RICS/ICES APC guidance, and internal training. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will support the Senior Commercial team with: Assisting in daily commercial management functions during both 2nd stage procurement and on-site delivery....

My Client a leading Rail contractor and provides design and build services to clients in the rail and transportation sector. They are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team due to a strong pipeline of work. This opportunity offer a clear career path as well the opportunity to become chartered. Location: Hatfield + hybrid working (3 days in the office) Rate: 380- 400 per day outside 1r35 Due to significant growth, my client is looking to add a Quantity Surveyor to their team to work on a number of multidisciplinary rail projects across the UK. Please note, my client is open to Quantity Surveyors of all levels, so please still apply if you are an Assistant or Trainee Quantity Surveyor. Requirements: Experience working on rail projects Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management 2-3 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor Full UK driving license

Are you a Quantity Surveyor looking for a new opportunity within Housebuilding? Location: Kent Job Type: Full-time Salary: Competitive We are seeking a dedicated Quantity Surveyor to join our client's team in Kent. This role is ideal for either an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor with house build experience or a strong Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to advance. The successful candidate will support both the commercial and construction teams to ensure successful project delivery for a well-established UK House Builder. Day-to-day of the role: Implement commercial strategies to enhance project outcomes. Assist in preparing tenders, selecting subcontractors, negotiating and finalising orders, and managing financial and commercial aspects up to final account completion. Maintain accurate site records and ensure robust document control. Prepare forecasts, targets, and cost-value reconciliations. Conduct valuations and prepare variations with comprehensive records....

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic construction team delivering complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects. This is a key commercial role responsible for managing costs, contracts, and financial performance from project handover through to final account. Key Responsibilities Manage commercial delivery from project handover through to final account, ensuring effective control of budgets, costs, and progress Conduct regular site visits, assess progress, value variations, and produce accurate commercial reports Manage all contractual and commercial obligations, including negotiations, settlements, and payment processes Procure, manage, and maintain relationships with subcontractors and supply chain partners Support estimating and bid activities, including strategy development, documentation, and client presentations Maintain risk registers and contribute to proactive problem-solving across project teams Lead and support Assistant...

About the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be joining a family-feel Main Contractor who has 5 offices across the UK. This office is based in Oxford with a turnover of approximately 60m. However, turnover isn't their core priority. Instead, they focus on sustaining success and incremental growth by being very risk adverse. They cover a range of sectors such as education, labs, student accommodations, retail, healthcare and defence. Their projects are valued up to 30m, predominately under JCT D&B or Trad. Key Responsibilities of Senior Quantity Surveyor Include but not limited to: Managing the upstream process from procurement to final accounts Take full commercial responsibility for projects Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget Prepare and manage detailed cost plans, budgets and forecasts Lead the procurement of subcontractor packages Manage and mentor Assistant/Trainee Quantity Surveyors Key...

We are recruiting a Senior Quantity Surveyor for one of the largest and most successful privately-owned construction and development groups in the UK. They pride themselves on "family feel" culture, underpinned by a massive scale of operation and a debt-free financial standing. The Bristol team is expanding, and are looking for someone who thrives on autonomy, technical challenge, and delivering excellence. Your Role As a Senior QS, you won't just be "crunching numbers." You will be the commercial heartbeat of your assigned projects-typically ranging from 10m to 70m+ across sectors including commercial, education, industrial, and student accommodation in both new build and cut and carve. Key Responsibilities: Commercial Management: Oversee the financial performance of major projects from inception to final account. Procurement: Manage subcontract procurement, ensuring robust scopes of work and competitive pricing. Risk & Opportunity: Identify commercial...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Welwyn Garden City 75,000 - 95,000 + Package Tier 1 Main Contractor Northern Home Counties The Opportunity A leading Tier 1 main contractor is seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Northern Home Counties business, based out of Welwyn Garden City. This is a pivotal hire within a growing regional team, offering the opportunity to take full commercial ownership of a major education scheme and play a key role in future project delivery across the region. This position is ideally suited to a "No.1" Senior QS who is confident operating autonomously, leading projects from pre-construction through to final account, and managing both internal teams and external stakeholders. The business has a strong pipeline of secured work across education, healthcare, leisure, and public sector frameworks, providing long-term stability and clear career progression. The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you...

Senior Quantity Surveyor in Central Berkshire Permanent role paying up to £75k with a regional contractor Your new company An established regional contractor based in Berkshire who work on a range of schemes from £3 to £20 million on new build and refurb schemes in Education, Healthcare, Leisure &Retail, Commercial & Industrial as well as Care Homes and Blocks of Flats. Most of their work is repeat business negotiated with long-term clients, and they work within an hour of the office, so Berkshire, Surrey and Hampshire areas. They have a full order book for 2025 and are nearly there with 2026 and have a number of other opportunities they are looking at, so they are in a great place for future work security and have had several successful years, so they are cash rich with money in the bank. They have a great reputation with subcontractors, suppliers and clients in terms of quality, fairness and respect and are highly active and engaged in local community projects. Staff...

We are currently working with a national housebuilder based in Surrey who are hiring for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support their Commercial team working on new home developments across Surrey. Developments range between 50-150 unit trad build schemes which are running until late 2027. Duties will include; Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures. Monitor site performance against plans, budgets, and financial targets. Track project costs and highlight potential variances. Support the preparation of cashflows, cost reports, and cost-to-complete forecasts. Provide timely cost reports and key updates to senior team members. Assist in preparing tender documentation and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations. Support the procurement process and help prepare and issue subcontract agreements and orders. Prepare interim valuations and applications for payment. Measure works on site to support valuation and cost...

Managing Quantity Surveyor Middlesbrough TS17 To £69,600 inc car allowance PLUS pension, healthcare, profit share (last year 14%) Our client in Middlesbrough ( Thornaby-on-Tees ) are seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their Response Team - ( Housing Response and Maintenance ) They have been an established and leading property services company for over 75 years, based across England and Wales, in over 18 locations and 32 Business Units, so very well established .Their main customer base is Social Housing and Council/ Local Authority , Housing Associations. Managing Quantity Surveyor Following an internal promotion, theyre recruiting a Managing Surveyor for their Middlesbrough-based Commercial team overseeing the Responsive repairs division. They have had another prosperous year and are looking ahead to a sustainable future of potential and opportunity. You'll need strong commercial instincts and influencing skills, enabling you to see the big picture and guide and...

Managing Quantity Surveyor Middlesbrough TS17 To £69,600 inc car allowance PLUS pension, healthcare, profit share (last year 14%) Our client in Middlesbrough ( Thornaby-on-Tees ) are seeking a Managing Quantity Surveyor to join their Response Team - ( Housing Response and Maintenance ) They have been an established and leading property services company for over 75 years, based across England and Wales, in over 18 locations and 32 Business Units, so very well established . Their main customer base is Social Housing and Council/ Local Authority , Housing Associations. Managing Quantity Surveyor Following an internal promotion, theyre recruiting a Managing Surveyor for their Middlesbrough-based Commercial team overseeing the Responsive repairs division. They have had another prosperous year and are looking ahead to a sustainable future of potential and opportunity. You ll need strong commercial instincts and influencing skills, enabling you to see the big...

Vacancy Summary Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Cambridgeshire (Office on outskirts of Cambridge with parking and flexible working available) Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 50k- 60k basic plus competitive package with market leading bonus and holiday allowance. Company & Project: An national Quantity Surveying Consultancy operating across multiple sectors including Residential, Mixed-Use, Industrial, Commercial, Leisure and Infrastructure, are seeking to recruit an experienced and ambitious Quantity Surveyor to complement and add to their team, based on the outskirts of Cambridge. Our client has an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor that is looking to progress their career in a forward thinking and stable business with a clear pathway to Senior level. You will be joining a business that is an award winning consultant with long standing leadership team and high staff retention rates. The...

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Main Contractor (Refurbishment & Maintenance) St Albans, Hertfordshire £45,000 - £50,000 + Car Allowance, Bonus, Healthcare & Package The Headlines - Assistant Quantity Surveyor role with a growing £30m turnover main contractor in Hertfordshire. - Work across refurbishment, maintenance, and public sector construction projects up to £6m. - Strong focus on cost control, procurement, and commercial support on fast-paced schemes. - Clear progression into Quantity Surveyor and Senior QS roles within a thriving business. - Excellent salary, benefits, and long-term career development. Your Next Job - What You'll Be Doing This is a brilliant opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a fast-growing main contractor based in St Albans. You'll support the commercial team across multiple live construction projects, gaining hands-on experience in cost management, subcontract procurement, and valuations. Working closely...

Managing Quantity Surveyor - Highways (Civil Engineering) - Birmingham Take the next step in your career with a leadership role that puts you at the forefront of major highways infrastructure projects, offering real influence, autonomy, and long-term progression. You will be joining a forward-thinking civil engineering contractor delivering key highways and infrastructure schemes across Birmingham and the wider region. This Managing Quantity Surveyor - Highways role offers the opportunity to lead multiple projects while shaping commercial strategy and developing high-performing teams. About the company My client is a well-established civil engineering contractor with a strong presence in highways and infrastructure. They are known for delivering complex projects to a high standard, with a focus on collaboration, innovation, and long-term client relationships. Their highways division continues to grow, creating an excellent opportunity for a Managing Quantity Surveyor - Highways...