Trainee Quantity Surveyor
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Position Overview & Specifications
Since 1944 AD Construction Group has established itself as a well-regarded refurbishment contractor providing building maintenance services within the public sector, predominantly to local authority housing associations. Working as a close-knit team the organisation has successfully proven time and time again its ability to be a serious competitor in the construction industry.
To aid and support to the quantity surveyor working for an appointed team, from pre-contract tender stage through to final account, ensuring the effective financial management of contracts awarded.
You will be enrolled onto a HNC in Construction and the Build Environment, funded by the Company.
If you already have a HNC or HND still send in your application.
You will gain knowledge in:
- Maintaining accurate cost and value records for the works
- Ability to conduct effective negotiations with both client and subcontractors
- Experience of the tender and procurement processes
- An understanding of the principle of measurement of works
- Controlling and capturing costs
Essential skills/knowledge:
- Driving license
- Computer literate, experience with excel, word and outlook
- Ability to use own initiative and work without supervision at times
- Good communication skills
Package
- Salary - £14,000 to £20,00 + vehicle allowance
- Hours – Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm (1hr for lunch)
- Holiday + bank holidays and Christmas closure
Additional Information
- DBS check will be carried out on your behalf at the company’s expense
- At the interview stage you will be required to complete an aptitude test
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Six Month Probationary Period
All applications are assessed in line with the Equal Opportunities Regulations and Data Protection Regulations. For more information please see our website www.theadgroup.co.uk
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £14,000.00-£20,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Referral programme
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: One location
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Quantity Surveyor roles across Architectural Decorators Ltd's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £14,000 - £20,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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