Junior​/Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Position: Junior / Trainee Quantity Surveyor
We are looking for a motivated Junior Quantity Surveyor to join a busy interior fit-out and refurbishment team based in Wakefield city centre. You will support cost management and commercial delivery on a variety of commercial interior re-fit projects (offices, retail spaces, hospitality venues, etc.) under the guidance of senior surveyors and project managers. This is a great opportunity to develop your career in a creative, fast-paced environment working across multiple fit-out programmes.

Key Responsibilities

* Assist in the preparation of accurate cost estimates, bills of quantities, and cost plans for interior re-fit projects.

* Support tender and procurement processes, including issuing enquiries to subcontractors and suppliers.

* Prepare material take-offs, measure drawings, and review design specifications to inform cost evaluations.

* Cost tracking and budget control throughout the project lifecycle.

* Assist with the preparation of interim valuations, variations, and final accounts.

* Review and evaluate subcontractor quotations and proposals.

* Keep commercial records (cost reports, change orders, correspondence) up to date.

* Work closely with project teams to ensure financial targets and client budgets are maintained.

* Support Senior Quantity Surveyors with risk analysis and value engineering initiatives.

* Attend site meetings and provide commercial support to project delivery teams.

Person Specification

Essential

* Educated to HNC/HND/BSc level in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (or working towards CQMS/RICS).

* Some relevant experience (work placement, internship or entry-level in construction/fit-out environment).

* Basic knowledge of construction costs, measurement techniques, and commercial procedures.

* Good numerical skills and attention to detail.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with cost estimating software desirable.

* Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with project teams.

Desirable

* Awareness of fit-out contracts (JCT, NEC etc.) and commercial terms.

* Understanding of interior fit-out workflows for commercial clients.

* Experience with cost reporting and procurement processes.

What You’ll Gain

* Professional development within a growing fit-out and interior design environment.

* Exposure to diverse commercial fit-out projects from concept through delivery.

* Mentoring from senior commercial professionals.

* Opportunity to progress towards a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor role