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Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Londinium Recruitment
Posted a day ago, valid for 6 days
Location

London, Greater London WC2N 4HZ, England

Salary

£25,000 - £35,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Trainee or Graduate Surveyor with a reputable main contractor specializing in office refurbishments and interiors in Oxford Circus, London.
  • The salary ranges from £25k to £35k depending on experience, with a requirement of at least 1 year in a trainee or graduate surveying role.
  • Candidates must have a degree qualification in surveying and commercial management, along with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • The role involves assisting with various tasks such as procurement, cost comparisons, change control, and project administration.
  • The company offers a supportive environment with benefits including 22 days of holiday, a workplace pension, private healthcare eligibility after probation, and a performance-related bonus.
Trainee or Graduate Surveyor
Office Refurb & Interiors – Main Contractor  
£25k - £35k DOE 
Oxford Circus, London 
Immediate Interviews  
  
The Company: 
  
We are working in partnership with a reputable main contractor, with proven track record in delivering high-quality commercial office fit outs and refurbishments. Specialising in Cat A & Cat B projects, including full strip-outs and tailored interior solutions.
  
Operating across London and the South East, they work exclusively with a prestigious client managing a multi-billion-pound commercial property portfolio. Typical projects range from £250K to £26M, with multiple ongoing at any given time—typically a mix of smaller refurbishments and one large-scale development spanning up to 30 months.
  
With over 45 years of industry experience and a growing turnover forecasted to reach £30M by the end of 2025, our client takes immense pride in delivering fixed-price, high-quality refurbishments that enhance commercial spaces. The core team of over 15 PAYE staff, which includes (Site/ Project & Contracts Managers, Technical specialists, Surveyors and Commercial back-office staff), operates primarily from key project hubs in Mayfair, Oxford Street, Baker Street, Victoria, and beyond.
  
The role of Trainee/ Graduate QS: 
  
Working closely with a recently promoted QS, role duties will include but not be limited to;
  • Assisting with the procurement & negotiation of trade packages.
  • Assisting with comparisons between subcontractors’ costs.
  • Assisting with the change control procedure including updating the change order tracker and sourcing evidence to support claims.
  • Assisting with checking & reviewing CVC’s for inaccuracies and updating to suit forecast final position.
  • Assisting with the negotiation and agreement of subcontractor final accounts.
  • Project admin including the setting up of valuation documents, invoice summaries & template order forms.
Essential attributes: 
  • Ideally min 1 year experience in a trainee/ graduate surveying role.
  • Degree qualification in surveying and commercial management – Essential.
  • Can do attitude with positive mindset and energy.
  • Commutable distance for Central London & West End based projects.
  • Willingness to learn and ability to apply yourself every day to learn the role in all aspects.
Package on Offer:
  • 22 days holiday entitlement + BH Holidays
  • Workplace Pension
  • Private Healthcare – eligible for after probation
  • Performance related company bonus.
  • Predominantly site based - Hours (8:00 – 16:30) - Monday-Friday.
  • Full support from Senior Management and collaborative working environment.
This a fantastic opportunity to come into a trainee-level role and gain full training and support from your direct QS. You will be given all the tools you need to take the opportunity and run with it.
  
Apply Now for consideration for Interview shortlisting. Good Luck!

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