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Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Anglian Recruitment
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Norwich, Norfolk NR1 3FS, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per year

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position is for a Junior Quantity Surveyor with a permanent role located in Norwich, Norfolk.
  • The salary is competitive and commensurate with experience, and the role offers an excellent package including bonuses and benefits.
  • Candidates should have 1–3 years of experience as a Junior QS, Assistant QS, or Trainee QS, ideally within the construction or residential development sectors.
  • The successful applicant will work closely with a Senior MQS, supporting the commercial function on new-build housing projects from cost planning to handover.
  • This role provides an opportunity for mentorship and clear career progression towards Assistant QS and QS levels.

Junior Quantity Surveyor – Permanent
Location: Norwich, Norfolk
Salary + excellent package
Employer: Regional Housing Developer

Are you a motivated Junior Quantity Surveyor looking to accelerate your commercial career? This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of Norfolk’s housing developers, renowned for delivering high-quality homes.

Perfect for someone with early QS experience who wants a supportive environment, real progression, and exposure to the full commercial lifecycle of residential projects.

The Opportunity

Working alongside an experienced Senior MQS, you will support the commercial function on new-build housing developments across the region. You’ll be involved from early cost planning stages right through to handover and final accounts.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting with procurement, tender enquiries, and subcontractor comparisons

  • Preparing take-offs, measurements, and BOQs

  • Supporting monthly valuations, payment applications, and cost-reporting

  • Assisting with CVRs, budget tracking, and financial control

  • Managing and updating commercial documentation

  • Liaising with Site Managers and assisting with variations and progress updates

  • Building strong relationships with supply chain partners

This role offers excellent mentorship, and a clear pathway to Assistant QS and QS level.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is driven, detail-focused, and keen to build a long-term career within the residential sector. Ideal candidates will have:

  • 1–3 years’ experience as a Junior QS / Assistant QS / Trainee QS

  • Background in construction or residential development (preferred but not essential)

  • Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or currently studying)

  • Good communication, numeracy, and organisational skills

  • Ambition to progress and take on more responsibility as you develop

What’s On Offer?

  • Competitive salary depending on experience

  • Prestigious employer with an excellent market reputation

  • Real career progression and training support

  • Exposure to high-quality housing developments across Norfolk & Suffolk

  • Supportive commercial team and positive working culture

  • Bonus scheme, pension, mileage and other benefits

If you’re a Junior QS looking for genuine career development with a leading Norfolk housing developer, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply or find out more, please contact Emma at Anglian Recruitment.

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