About this job
Job description
Summary
Our Quantity Surveyors ensure the effective management of site budgets, contributing to the delivery of high-quality homes for our customers. This dynamic career offers a blend of budget management, team collaboration, and subcontractor interaction.
About Taylor Wimpey
Taylor Wimpey is one of the UK’s largest and most respected housebuilders. We’re committed to building high-quality homes and vibrant communities across the country. From inclusive working practices to award-winning training, we’re proud to invest in our people and our future.
About the Trainee Scheme
As a Trainee Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you’ll:
- Gain in-depth knowledge of Quantity Surveying through a two-year scheme
- Rotate across Business Units to enhance your understanding of our operations
- Attend regular business masterclasses on leadership, project management, technical skills, and industry-specific knowledge
- Compete in the King’s Trust Million Makers project, developing entrepreneurial skills and raising money for The King’s Trust
Hands-on experience includes:
- Tender Process: Review drawings, analyse tenders, and negotiate with contractors
- Budgets: Create and manage Excel Budgets, utilise system Budgets
- Order Placement: Chair meetings and facilitate Order Placements
- Payments: Generate payment batches, address invoice queries, and draft certificates
- Conduct valuations, reconcile costs and compile comprehensive reports
- Subcontractor Management: Cultivate relationships, manage accounts and understand pricing structures
The Programme
The Trainee Programme is a structured development pathway lasting between two and four years, depending on your entry level and progression. It combines on-the-job experience with formal training to build the skills, knowledge and confidence needed to step into the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role.
Throughout the programme, you will:
- Complete a two-year professional skills course at our dedicated Training Hub in Solihull.
- Follow a structured development plan with clear milestones for salary progression.
- Take part in regular reviews with your line manager to track progress and identify growth opportunities.
- Gain exposure to other departments across Taylor Wimpey.
- Join the Early Talent community as a programme ambassador, representing Taylor Wimpey at careers fairs and school events.
- Have the opportunity to apply for the Kings Trust Million Makers programme
Job requirements
- 2:1 Degree in Quantity Surveying, a Built Environment or Construction Related Course
- A Full UK Driving License or an ability to get to remote site locations independently.
- Willingness to travel between sites and around your business unit area.
- You must have a Full Right to Work in the UK.