Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Equans is looking for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join our team! Our office is based in Dudley and we have sites covering the West Midlands. This is a full-time role with a competitive salary plus benefits package. We are looking for someone keen to start their career within construction at Equans. You will have either recently completed a construction-related degree or be willing to work towards one.

Your role will be working on site alongside our operational team where you will learn first-hand our business. To support you in your learning, you will be engaging with our trainee programme where you will be given one day of study per week. Here at Equans, we work on sites across the West Midlands; therefore, it is preferable you have a full clean UK driving license or are actively working towards one.

What will you deliver?

• As a trainee, you will be introduced to the key principles and practices of quantity surveying within the construction industry, providing essential support to senior quantity surveyors while developing your skills in the field.
• This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone eager to build a career in construction, gain hands-on experience, and work towards becoming a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor.
• You will work closely with experienced professionals, assisting in various stages of project development, from pre-construction through to completion, and be involved in activities such as cost estimation, contract administration, and project management.
• Assist the QS with commercial administration across multiple live and pre-construction projects.
• Gather and prepare subcontract procurement information and documentation.
• Support subcontractor selection, procurement scheduling, and contract issuance.
• Manage monthly applications, subcontractor accounts, and ensure compliance with legal obligations.
• Review subcontractor accounts and assist with payment applications and final accounts to prevent delays.
• Monitor costs, report on budgets, and support cost control measures.
• Track project progress, submit valuations, and oversee retention releases and payments.
• Assist with take-offs, BOQs, scope of work schedules, and cost estimates.
• Measure work levels monthly to support payment applications.
• Help procure materials and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Provide estimating teams with accurate information for tendering.
• Support finance, accounts, and estimating teams in maintaining budget accuracy.
• Perform general administrative duties as needed.
• Ensure workplace safety for yourself and others.
• Maintain professional communication with stakeholders.
• Be flexible to travel between sites and head offices.
• Undertake any other reasonable management requests.

What can we offer you?

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in EQUANS), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Young Persons Network) and our Disability Network
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), including Mathematics and English.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and general IT competence.
• Excellent numeracy and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to balance work and study commitments effectively.
• Enrolment in or willingness to undertake a 5-year university apprenticeship degree programme.
• Experience in a surveying role and knowledge of the construction industry, including health and safety practices.
• Construction-based BTEC or NVQ, achieved or in progress.
• HND/HNC Level in a relevant construction-related course, achieved or in progress.

At Equans, we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do; should you join Equans, you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a relocation package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.