Job Description:

Trainee Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Chatham, Kent
Salary: £24,000 – £30,000 DOE + Training & Career Progression

THE OPPORTUNITY

CPXR is recruiting for a Trainee Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join an established groundworks and surfacing contractor based in Chatham, Kent.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to start or develop their career in quantity surveying within the civil engineering and construction industry. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience working alongside an experienced team, supporting the commercial management of groundworks, surfacing and associated construction projects.

The company offers a great opportunity to learn on the job, develop technical and commercial skills, and build a long-term career within a specialist contractor.

THE ROLE

• Assisting with the commercial management of groundworks and surfacing projects.
• Supporting the preparation of cost estimates, measurements and bills of quantities.
• Assisting with the preparation and submission of valuations, variations and applications for payment.
• Monitoring project costs, budgets and expenditure to help maintain profitability.
• Liaising with site teams, suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations and track costs.
• Maintaining accurate commercial records and assisting with project reports and cost control.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• An interest in pursuing a career in quantity surveying or commercial management.
• Some experience or knowledge of the construction, groundworks, civil engineering or surfacing sectors would be advantageous.
• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Competent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and strong attention to detail.
• A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction or Civil Engineering would be beneficial but is not essential.

Candidates with a construction-related qualification, relevant work experience or a strong desire to develop within the commercial side of construction will also be considered.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• £24,000 – £30,000 DOE.
• Hands-on training and support from an experienced commercial team.
• Exposure to a variety of groundworks and surfacing projects.
• Opportunity for long-term career development and progression.
• A chance to build a career within an established specialist contractor.

APPLY

If you are interested in this Trainee Assistant Quantity Surveyor opportunity in Chatham, Kent, apply today or contact CPXR for a confidential conversation.

Relevant job titles: Trainee Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Graduate Quantity Surveyor, Trainee Commercial Assistant.