Location: Oxford / Bicester (covering sites within approximately one hour of Oxford)
Salary: £25,000 - £30,000 (depending on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and expanding residential groundworks contractor with a turnover of approximately £120 million. Based in the Oxford/Bicester area, the business delivers high-quality groundwork and infrastructure packages for leading housebuilders across the region.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Trainee Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career within a successful and growing business. With continued expansion plans, there is a clear progression pathway to Quantity Surveyor/Senior Quantity Surveyor.

The Role:

Working alongside an experienced commercial team, you will assist in the commercial management of multiple residential groundwork projects, helping to ensure contracts are delivered profitably and efficiently.
Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with cost reporting and commercial forecasting.
• Supporting the preparation of valuations, applications, and final accounts.
• Measuring and valuing works.
• Assisting with subcontractor procurement and account management.
• Supporting contract administration and commercial documentation.
• Liaising with site teams, suppliers, and clients.
• Helping to identify commercial risks and opportunities across projects.

About you:
We are keen to speak with candidates who have:

• Experience working within the construction industry (all sectors considered).
• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline, or are currently working towards one (although experienced candidates without a degree will also be considered).
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career in Quantity Surveying.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• A full UK driving licence and access to transport, as travel to sites is required.

What's on offer?

• Salary of £25,000 - £30,000, depending on experience.
• Long-term career progression within a growing business.
• Exposure to major residential groundwork projects.
• Support from an experienced commercial team.
• Opportunity to progress into Quantity Surveyor and Senior Quantity Surveyor roles as the business continues to expand.
• Stable, permanent employment with a highly successful contractor.

If you're looking to build your commercial career with a leading residential groundworks contractor that genuinely invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you.