Location: Oxford / Bicester (covering sites within approximately one hour of Oxford)
Salary: 25,000 - 30,000 (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
The Role
Working alongside an experienced commercial team, you will assist in the commercial management of multiple residential groundwork projects, helping to ensure contracts are delivered profitably and efficiently.
- Assisting with cost reporting and commercial forecasting.
- Supporting the preparation of valuations, applications, and final accounts.
- Measuring and valuing works.
- Assisting with subcontractor procurement and account management.
- Supporting contract administration and commercial documentation.
- Liaising with site teams, suppliers, and clients.
- Helping to identify commercial risks and opportunities across projects.
About you
- Experience working within the construction industry (all sectors considered).
- A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline, or are currently working towards one (experienced candidates without a degree will also be considered).
- A genuine interest in developing a long-term career in Quantity Surveying.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
- A full UK driving licence and access to transport, as travel to sites is required.
What's on offer?
- Salary of 25,000 - 30,000, depending on experience.
- Long-term career progression within a growing business.
- Exposure to major residential groundwork projects.
- Support from an experienced commercial team.
- Opportunity to progress into Quantity Surveyor and Senior Quantity Surveyor roles as the business continues to expand.
- Stable, permanent employment with a highly successful contractor.
We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities.
Trainee Quantity Surveyor in Oxford employer: Nicholas Associates
Nicholas Associates is an excellent employer for those looking to thrive in the Engineering and Technical recruitment sector. With a hybrid work model, a supportive work culture, and a comprehensive benefits package including generous holiday allowances and a pension plan, employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills in a dynamic environment. Located in Sheffield, the company offers unique opportunities to engage with diverse industries while fostering a collaborative atmosphere that values both individual contributions and team success.
