Trainee/assistant quantity surveyor

Trainee/Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Build and Maintenance Contractor
Permanent: Up to £45,000 + Package
Location: Oxford We are currently searching for Trainee/Assistant level Quantity Surveyors to join Oxford's leading construction and maintenance companies. As a group, this business delivers a range of projects and services including: new build commercial; social housing upgrades; highways maintenance; ground maintenance; and facilities management.

As Trainee/Assistant Surveyor, you will work alongside an experienced Surveyor, commercially managing a range of projects.
 
The role:

Assist the commercial team with the management of construction and maintenance projects from tender stage through to final account.
Support with the preparation of cost estimates, budgets, valuations, and applications for payment.
Assist in measuring works and preparing take-offs from drawings and project information.
Help manage subcontractor and supplier procurement, including obtaining quotations and preparing comparison documents.
Support the preparation and management of variations, cost tracking, and commercial reporting.
Maintain accurate project records, including contracts, invoices, payment notices, and project documentation.
Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to assist with the smooth commercial delivery of projects.
Provide general commercial and administrative support while developing knowledge and experience within Quantity Surveying and the wider construction and maintenance sector. Required:

Degree qualified or currently studying Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related construction discipline, or relevant industry experience.
Strong numerical and analytical skills with good attention to detail.
Good understanding of construction processes and a willingness to learn commercial practices.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Good communication skills with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
Self-motivated, proactive, and eager to develop within a Quantity Surveying career.
Previous experience within construction, maintenance, or an Assistant/Trainee role would be advantageous but not essential. To apply for this role please send you CV through the portal or get in contact with Sam Marsden at Lonsite directly