Job Description
Job Title: Trainee Quantity Surveyor
Location: Bristol
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Opportunity
This is an exciting, hands-on training opportunity for anyone passionate about construction, cost management, and commercial surveying. From day one, you'll gain valuable experience on live construction projects across our core divisions: Responsive Repairs, Capital Refurbishment, and Painting & Decorating.
Through structured training, mentorship, and real-world exposure, you'll develop the commercial and technical knowledge to progress into a permanent Surveyor role and beyond.
What You'll Learn
As a Trainee Quantity Surveyor, you will:
- Support procurement, invoicing, cash flow, payments, and contract cost control
- Learn how to create cost efficiencies and contribute to profitable project delivery
- Develop negotiation and supplier relationship management skills
- Assist with Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and commercial reporting
- Work closely with subcontractors, direct labour, suppliers, and clients
- Gain exposure to tendering and new business opportunities
- Receive full mentorship and participate in internal and external training (e.g., Level 4 Apprenticeship in Quantity Surveying)
No prior industry experience? No problem. This trainee programme is designed to support your learning journey from the ground up.
Entry Requirements
To apply, you must:
- Be educated to A-Level standard or equivalent (e.g. NVQ Level 3, Advanced Diploma, Level 3 Apprenticeship)
- Hold a GCSE in Maths (Grade C / 4 or above)
- Be eligible to work in the UK permanently (visa sponsorship not available)
We're looking for individuals who are:
- Analytical, logical, and confident with numbers
- Strong communicators with a willingness to collaborate
- Eager to learn and develop a career in the built environment or commercial construction
- Comfortable using IT tools and software
Benefits
- Company profit share scheme
- 23 days annual leave + Bank Holidays (rising to 25 after 5 years)
- Buy up to 5 or sell up to 3 days of holiday per year
- Annual pay reviews
- Life Insurance
About us:
Since 1986, Daniel Owen Ltd has been connecting skilled professionals with leading employers across construction, property services, rail, renewable energy, and design consultancy.
Our recruiters don't just understand these sectors - they've worked in them. This hands-on experience means we match the right people with the right opportunities, whether you're looking for your next role or building your team.
We work with the UK's largest construction and engineering companies, government organisations, councils, and housing associations - delivering results that matter.
