Trainee / Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Manchester

You’ll shadow a proven Quantity Surveyor and assist in delivering cost‑effective solutions across a range of live dry lining contracts. You’ll gain exposure to commercial management, measurement, valuations, subcontractor engagement and site cost monitoring.\\n\\nYou’ll be based between Manchester and Leeds — ideally living within easy travel distance of both — and comfortable travelling to sites as required. This isn’t a role for someone with more than two years’ QS experience; instead, it’s a genuine growth role for early career candidates with ambition.\\n\\nResponsibilities\\n\\nSupporting the lead Quantity Surveyor on measurement and valuation tasks\\n\\nAssisting with preparation of interim valuations and cost reports\\n\\nHelping manage subcontract packages and variations\\n\\nAttending site progress meetings and capturing commercial data\\n\\nBuilding strong relationships with project teams and subcontractors\\n\\nContributing to commercial control and reporting\\n\\nWhat’s in it for the Candidate\\n\\nThis Trainee / Assistant Quantity Surveyor role gives you structured development, combining practical site exposure with commercial acumen.

You’ll receive support for professional training — including course fees funded where needed — giving you the tools to progress confidently in the QS discipline.\\n\\nYou’ll benefit from a competitive base salary of £25,000, a car allowance and fuel support — reflecting the travel element of the role between key project locations. Most importantly, you’ll work within a collaborative environment where your contribution matters, and where progression is supported every step of the way.\\n\\nIf you’re ready to bring your experience in quantity surveying to a forward‑thinking company, we want to hear from you. Apply today, and we will contact you within 3 working days if your application has been shortlisted.\\n\\nServices advertised by ProBuild Recruitment Solutions Ltd are that of an employment agency/business