Trainee Quantity Surveyor
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Position Overview & Specifications
About Us
There has never been a better time to join Tilia Homes in an industry that is fast paced, exciting and rewarding.
Our vision for Tilia Homes is clear; to become a top five housebuilder within five years and we are already laying strong foundations for growth with the acquisition of new land and investment.
We realise at the centre of our plans are our people and as such are looking to invest heavily in them through development, support, and of course remuneration.
Join us and be part of a business that prides itself on creating desirable, stylish homes for families to live in and enjoy for many years to come.
What Tilia Homes can offer you;
- 26 days holiday with additional bank holidays;
- Bonus Scheme;
- Company Pension Scheme;
- Life Assurance;
- Employee discount on a new Tilia home;
- Retail discount portal;
- Employee Assistance Programme;
- 24/7 GP.
About The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join our friendly team working in our Northern region based at our Divisional office in Birchwood, Warrington on a permanent basis. The purpose of the role will include;- Supporting the Commercial team in producing tender packs;
- Chasing sub-contractor prices;
- General Commercial admin;
- Updating Commercial trackers (procurement);
- Supporting Commercial admin;
- Running commercial reports for CVR's.
About You
- A minimum of 4 GCSE’s at grade 4 or above and a minimum level 3 qualification at A-level or equivalent;
- Interest in construction; we would agree a path to support you in achieving degree level qualification or chartered membership of the RICS;
- Good with numbers and attention to detail;
- Willing to learn and be curious and committed to both your development and the role;
- This role will boost skills and knowledge within the business area;
- In the role you will gain transferable skills;
- The business will support day release for qualification study;
- Strong IT literacy.
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: Construction
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Trainee Quantity Surveyor roles across Tilia Homes'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 Construction.
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 Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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