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Graduate Quantity Surveyor
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Stanley, County Durham
£30,000 - £35,000 per annum
Job Description
Are you a QS graduate looking for an opportunity to join an established, family-feel business that can offer you specific training and support to develop you into a specialist quantity surveyor?
The company is a multi-disciplinary construction and civil engineering outfit that has grown to work in several sectors and has established long-term customers. Due to growth and demand, they are seeking a junior or graduate QS to join the team.
You’ll receive ongoing training, mentorship, and support towards your professional development while gaining hands-on experience across all aspects of quantity surveying.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent Quantity Surveying graduate or Junior QS to kick-start their career, working alongside experienced professionals on a variety of exciting construction projects.
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The Role
- Assist with preparing cost estimates and project budgets.
- Support the preparation of tenders and contract documentation.
- Help monitor project costs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Liaise with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Attend site visits and project meetings.
- Ensure projects remain commercially compliant and profitable.
- Produce reports and maintain accurate project records.
- Northeast based with some flexibility to travel.
- Full training provided.
Candidate Requirements
- Graduate or Junior Quantity Surveyor
- Commutable to Stanley
- Full Driving License
What’s on Offer
- £30,000-£35,000 Starting Salary
- Structured training and career development.
- Support towards APC/professional qualifications.
- Company pension.
- Annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Friendly and supportive working environment.
- Opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects.
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Elix Sourcing Solutions is a specialist recruiter for Engineering, IT, and Science roles ranging from mid to senior level positions. Please be aware that we will only accept applications from candidates that have a valid work permit to work in the UK. By applying for this job, you are confirming that you do not hold a criminal record and that you know of no legal reason why you would be ineligible for employment.
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