Trainee Quantity Surveyor

I am currently recruiting on behalf of an electrical & mechanical company based in Southampton. It-is a growing M&E design and build contractor who work on varied projects across the south of England and in to London areas. They now seek a post-graduate/trainee QS to join the team on a permanent basis ranging salary between -28k - -32k p/a DOE. This will be a full-time office based permanent role, based in their office within Hedge End, Southampton.-

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with their-senior management team across live projects, gaining hands-on experience in cost planning, procurement, and tender management, while developing toward professional accreditation. You will get exposure to all stages of MEP procurement and have support toward RICS chartership pathway.-

Key responsibilities include:-

• Develop accurate Bills of Quantities (BoQ) and schedules of work for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) packages.
• Assist in preparing and issuing tender documentation to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Evaluate supplier proposals, compile comparisons, and support award decisions.
• Support procurement of subcontract packages, ensuring alignment with programme and budget.
• Contribute to cost plans, value engineering, feasibility studies, and interim valuations.
• Track project costs, maintain change control logs, and assist with pricing variations.
• Monitor progress of MEP works alongside site and design teams.
• Provide cost input for project meetings and assist in final account preparation.
• Maintain commercial records in line with QA and audit requirements.

Qualifications Required

• BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (RICS-accredited, completed or pending).
• Desirable: Prior placement or internship experience in construction or building services procurement.