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Trainee Quantity Surveyor

United Kingdom, Carlisle Employment contract · Job Posted June 14, 2026
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We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join our Construction division in Carlisle - There has never been a better time to join! The Role: Our construction division is a leading provider of specialist building and civil engineering services delivering exceptional quality for clients predominantly in the retail, manufacturing, housing and local authority sectors. This position will provide a fantastic opportunity for personal development and growth within an expanding company. As a Trainee Quantity Surveyor you will learn how to manage all cost relating to our projects from initial calculations to final figures, you will seek to minimise project costs and enhance value for money whilst ensuring all Story standards and quality are maintained. In addition to working and learning on the job, you will also be fully supported as you study for a Quantity Surveying degree on a part-time basis over 5 years attending university on a regular basis. You will be based at our offices in Carlisle with regular visits to sites, therefore a driving licence would be an advantage.

Job Responsibility

  • Learn how to manage all cost relating to projects from initial calculations to final figures
  • Seek to minimise project costs and enhance value for money whilst ensuring all Story standards and quality are maintained
  • Study for a Quantity Surveying degree on a part-time basis over 5 years attending university on a regular basis
  • Based at offices in Carlisle with regular visits to sites

Requirements

  • Enjoy maths
  • Strong A 'Level results in Maths/Science based subjects or the equivalent
  • IT Competency
  • Organised and methodical
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Access to reliable transportation and a driving licence
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • The ability to stay calm as deadlines approach
  • Great organisation skills

What we offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Pension
  • Health cash plan
  • Wellbeing support
  • Agile working policy allowing mixture of office and home working
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Two paid volunteering days each year
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