Trainee Quantity Surveyor - Construction

Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Location: Dartford

Salary: £28,000 – £30,000 per annum

Are you passionate about building a rewarding commercial career in construction? Our client, a well‑established construction and property services company, is seeking a motivated Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team. You will be supporting experienced Quantity Surveyors in delivering cost‑effective project outcomes for a range of building and refurbishment works, assisting with commercial administration and gaining practical experience in industry best practice.

• Assist the commercial team with cost control and forecasting
• Support measurement, take‑offs and preparation of bills of quantities
• Help prepare valuations, applications and subcontract assessments
• Contribute to procurement activities and subcontract tender evaluation
• Assist in reviewing contracts and commercial documentation
• Support reporting and commercial records in line with company procedures
• Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers and suppliers

• Educated to degree level (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline
• Excellent organisation, numeracy and communication skills
• Commercially curious and eager to learn on‑the‑job
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a team environment

• Competitive starting salary of £28,000 – £30,000 per annum
• Structured training and development towards a Quantity Surveying career
• Exposure to live projects and commercial processes
• Supportive and progressive working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early careers professional seeking practical experience and progression in commercial management within the construction industry.

Westin Par values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies, we are acting as an Employment Agency.
Due to the high volume of applicants applying for all roles, we can only reply to candidates with the most relevant skills and experience. If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours of your application, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.