Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Location: Coventry, West Midlands (Hybrid - 3 days office based, 2 days remote)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £20,000 - £30,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Our client is a market-leading specialist within the offsite construction sector, delivering innovative and sustainable building solutions across the UK.

Combining design, engineering, manufacturing, delivery, and installation capabilities, they provide a fully integrated service to clients nationwide.

As part of a larger, well-established construction group, the business offers the agility of a specialist contractor alongside the stability and career opportunities of a major organisation.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking an ambitious Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Coventry.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or someone currently studying towards a Quantity Surveying qualification to develop their commercial career within a fast-growing sector.

Working alongside experienced commercial professionals, you will gain exposure to all aspects of quantity surveying, commercial management, and project delivery.

• Assist with the procurement, negotiation, and administration of subcontract packages.

• Support the preparation and submission of client applications for payment.

• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and commercial performance.

• Identify and help manage contractual and commercial risks.

• Assist with the management of insurances, bonds, guarantees, and retention releases.

• Track project progress and subcontractor performance against programmes.

• Support the preparation of valuations and final accounts.

• Build strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.

• Currently studying towards, or recently completed, a degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction/commercial discipline.

• Previous experience within the construction industry or a commercial environment would be advantageous.

• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and organisational ability.

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

• Proactive, collaborative, and eager to learn.

• Full UK driving licence preferred, or willingness to obtain one for future site visits.

• Hybrid working from day one (3 days office based, 2 days remote).

• Additional annual leave day for your birthday or Christmas Eve.

• Company car or car allowance (subject to qualifying period).

• Private healthcare scheme.

• Contributory pension scheme.

• Health cash plan including dental, optical, and wellbeing support.

• Ongoing training, mentorship, and career development opportunities.

• Long-term career progression within a stable and growing organisation.

If interested call Emma on (phone number removed) or email your CV on (url removed)