Graduate Trainee Quantity Surveyor
Listed on 2026-07-08
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Construction
Quantity Surveyor, Estimator, Civil Engineering, Building & Residential Construction
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.
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