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Great homes start with great people. At Keepmoat our purpose is clear, we create communities and transform lives. Every year we build thousands of high-quality homes that help more people and families find a place to call their own.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for talented people who want to do meaningful work, develop their careers and help shape the future of house building.

As a Trainee Quantity Surveyor, you will support the Commercial Team in the effective delivery of commercial and surveying activities across a range of residential developments. This is an excellent opportunity for someone developing a career in Quantity Surveying, providing exposure to cost management, subcontractor payments, valuations, reporting and commercial administration within a busy house building environment.

Working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers, you will assist with the financial and contractual management of projects while undertaking further education and professional development to build your technical knowledge and industry experience.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Commercial Team with the preparation of documentation, reports, schedules and project information.
• Assisting with the processing and administration of subcontractor payments.
• Monitoring, recording and maintaining accurate records of variations, customer extras and associated documentation.
• Measuring works accurately to support valuations and cost control activities.
• Maintaining organised project files and commercial records.
• Providing general administrative support to the Commercial function.
• Attending project meetings, commercial reviews and company meetings as required.
• Supporting the effective management of project costs and budgets.
• Working closely with internal stakeholders, subcontractors and suppliers to gather information and resolve queries.
• Attending college, university, or further education programmes in line with company requirements and development plans.
• Adhering to all company policies, procedures and health and safety requirements.
• Taking responsibility for your own safety and contributing to a safe working environment for colleagues and contractors.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties required to support the Commercial Team.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Strong interest in developing a career within Quantity Surveying and the house building industry.
• Excellent numeracy skills with strong attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and enthusiastic with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to manage changing priorities.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work accurately to deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and remotely when required.
• Willingness to travel across a large geographical region as required by the role.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Previous experience gained through work placements, internships, part-time employment or studies within construction, surveying or the built environment.
• Understanding of construction processes and residential house building.
• Awareness of commercial practices, cost management or quantity surveying principles.

Qualifications

• Working towards, or committed to studying towards, an MSc or Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline.

• Competitive rates of pay
• Smart Holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• 5% discount on a Keepmoat home
• Exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance and Health…