Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Location: Hoo

Looking to Build a Career in Construction?

Are you ambitious, motivated and looking for a career rather than just a job?

Our client, a successful and growing specialist contractor operating within the highways, surfacing and civil engineering sectors, is looking to recruit a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Hoo, Kent.

This is an outstanding opportunity for a school leaver, college leaver, apprentice or someone looking to begin a long-term career within construction. Full training, mentoring and career development will be provided by experienced Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers.

No previous Quantity Surveying experience is required – just the right attitude and willingness to learn.

What You'll Be Doing:

Working alongside experienced commercial professionals, you will gain hands-on experience in:

Assisting with cost estimates and tender submissions

Measuring and valuing completed works

Supporting applications for payment and final accounts

Monitoring project costs and budgets

Obtaining supplier and subcontractor quotations

Assisting with procurement activities

Maintaining commercial records and project documentation

Attending site visits and carrying out measurements

Learning contract administration and cost management processes

Working closely with operational and site teams

What We're Looking For:

Strong numerical skills

Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel

Excellent attention to detail

Good communication skills

Positive attitude and eagerness to learn

Reliable and professional approach

Ability to work as part of a team

Full UK Driving Licence or currently learning to drive

Desirable:

* A qualification (or currently studying) in:

* Quantity Surveying

* Construction Management

* Civil Engineering

* Built Environment

* Business Studies

* Mathematics

What's in It for You?

Full training and mentoring programme

Genuine career progression opportunities

Exposure to live construction and surfacing projects

Learn from experienced Quantity Surveyors

Develop commercial and contractual knowledge

Structured pathway towards becoming a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor

Long-term career within a growing industry

The Opportunity:

This is far more than an entry-level position. It is an opportunity to build a successful career within the construction industry, gaining valuable commercial experience whilst working towards becoming a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor.

If you're motivated, eager to learn and looking for a career with genuine progression opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to take the first step towards your future career in Quantity Surveying