Trainee Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Assistant - Havering
Salary: £30,000 per annum
Hill McGylnn Recruitment is working on behalf of a trusted construction client to recruit a Trainee Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Assistant for their team based in Havering.
This role is ideal for someone already working within the construction industry who is looking to develop their commercial career. A degree qualification is not required — practical experience and the right attitude are far more important.
The Role
You will work closely with the current Quantity Surveyor, providing hands-on commercial support across live projects, primarily within kitchen and bathroom works.
Key responsibilities include:
Supporting the Quantity Surveyor with day-to-day commercial duties
Assisting with the variation process
Preparing and maintaining supporting documentation
Helping manage commercial records and project files
Assisting with kitchen and bathroom repair, replacement, and construction works
Supporting applications and commercial reporting
Working with schedules of rates (NHF Rates or similar)
General commercial administration and project support About You
Our client is looking for someone who has:
Minimum 2 years' experience within the construction industry (essential)
Experience supporting a QS or commercial team (highly beneficial)
Knowledge of kitchen and bathroom projects (advantageous)
Familiarity with schedules of rates / NHF Rates
Strong organisational and administrative skills
Good IT skills and confidence working with documentation systems
A proactive mindset and willingness to learn This is a great opportunity for a Commercial Assistant or Trainee QS ready to take the next step and build a long-term career in Quantity Surveying