A rare opportunity has become available for a trainee quantity surveyor with an Exeter based construction business.
Joining a well-respected company who have an excellent reputation in the market, for delivering high quality projects, low staff turnover and excellent feedback!
The company is prepared to fully fund you through a HNC/HND or apprenticeship route to become a surveyor.
The remit to join them is fairly open, you will just need to be prepared to complete the above study whilst working, likely to be on day release, and have a keen interest in becoming a quantity surveyor within the construction industry!
If this sounds like you, please read on…… Snap shot of duties: Carrying out site measures and working closely with the Surveyor.
Assisting the QS in pricing of non-standard client extras, updating of the Cost of Sales in the Viability Manager and with the production of H & S packs for Housing Association plots.
Checking database and updating CRM system Carrying out drawing take-offs and producing labour only rates working closely with the Surveyor, including maintaining the databases and distributing information.
Paying designated utility bills including liaison with sales and utility company to ensure readings are correct.
Assisting the Surveyor/Construction Director in updating build completion dates via company system as necessary.
Assisting in the production of the Group Rebate Form.
Paying designated invoices and applications in line with Authorisation Levels and Commercial Procedures.
Site booking in administration, including liaison with the Site Surveyor and Payroll, checking rates and record bookings etc.
Assisting the QS with the production of information for Code for Sustainable Homes.
Making general material enquiries and assisting the Surveyor with material procurement and reporting as necessary.
Skills and Attributes required: Must hold a Full UK Driving Licence as you will be regularly attending site visits.
Educated to A level standard or equivalent.
Keen interest in starting a career in surveying or recently started in the industry.
Wanting to start either a HNC/D in construction/surveying or potentially going down an apprenticeship route Computer literate Ability to work to tight deadlines.
Willingness to learn.
Team Player Motivated individual In return the company can offer a salary which will increase with experience, full funding for your study, pension scheme, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, full training and support, staff discounts and an early finish on a Friday!
The client is also happy to consider under graduate, currently studying towards a relevant degree in construction or surveying or have recently graduated and now looking for your first role!
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Job title: Trainee Quantity Surveyor Location: Exeter: Type: Permanent