At GRAHAM, we’re committed to developing the next generation of commercial professionals. We are looking for an enthusiastic Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join our Interior Fit-Out team.
Working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors, you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting the commercial delivery of high-quality fit-out and refurbishment projects. You’ll assist with cost management, procurement, valuations, subcontractor accounts, and financial reporting, while developing your skills through a combination of practical experience and academic study.
This is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in Quantity Surveying within the fast-paced interior fit-out sector.
Benefits
- Car allowance
- Subsidised private medical cover
- Life assurance scheme
- Living away from home allowance (where appropriate)
- Contributory pension
- 35 days annual leave (including public holidays)
Key responsibilities
- Support the preparation of project budgets, cost plans, and valuations.
- Assist with subcontractor procurement and account administration.
- Monitor project costs and maintain commercial records.
- Help manage variations, payments, and final accounts.
- Attend site visits and project meetings.
- Build relationships with clients, suppliers, subcontractors, and project teams.
- Complete apprenticeship studies while gaining practical project experience.
This job description is intended to give the post holder an appreciation of the role envisaged and the range of duties to be undertaken. It does not attempt to detail every activity. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed with the post holder at regular intervals.
Requirements
Technical competencies (essential)
Currently studying, or planning to undertake, a degree-level qualification in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline, and able to meet the entry requirements for the relevant Apprenticeship programme.
- Demonstrate strong communication skills.
- Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong IT skills.
- Right to work in the UK.
- Full UK driving licence.
Desirable
- An appreciation of Health & Safety practices.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Previous work experience specifically in the construction industry.
- Able to demonstrate problem solving.
Behavioural competencies
- Commercial awareness (essential): Show willingness to build a strong business acumen combined with the creativity and vision to meet customer needs and GRAHAM business requirements.
- Effective communication skills: Able to adapt communication to audience and create detailed written documents and reports. Able to maintain and manage communication links with a variety of stakeholders. Presents a professional image and promotes the brand.
- Customer focus: Takes time to question and understand the real, underlying needs of the customer, beyond those initially expressed. Always works closely with customers, developing an independent view of their needs and acting in their long term interest.
- Influencing: Identifies and builds relationships with those who will be useful now and in the future in achieving strategic business objectives.
- Initiative: Is able to work alone to get results in an effective way. Understands and seeks to minimise waste in resources and processes. Adopts and encourages others to adopt new ways of working. Ability to work unsupervised.
- Team player: Always willing to be involved in other activities to achieve company objectives. Works collaboratively and uses influence to gain resolution of issues. Demonstrates honesty, loyalty and commitment.
- Negotiation: Ability to negotiate with both subcontractors and representatives of the Employer to ensure all contractual rights and obligations are realised and protected.
GRAHAM routes to becoming a Quantity Surveyor
Technical apprenticeship
Technical Apprenticeships are available at a number of entry points from GCSE, A Level or BTEC awards, we are currently seeking to recruit individuals hoping to transition onto a Higher-Level or Degree Level Apprenticeship, which are offered from Level 4 to Level 7. A Higher Apprenticeship provides a structured pathway to develop your skills while earning a nationally recognised qualification. You’ll gain valuable hands-on experience in the workplace alongside dedicated study time, with all training costs fully funded. These programmes offer a clear route to professional body membership and can lead to a very rewarding and diverse career.
