Are you ready to kickstart your career in quantity surveying with a supportive and dynamic Housing Management service? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join us at Brent Property Services. This role will provide a solid foundation for a career in quantity surveying and contract management, as you’ll support the team in the delivery and operation of high value contracts. About the post As a Trainee Quantity Surveyor, you’ll support contract management in the Property Service across repairs, maintenance, voids, compliance, and construction work. You’ll have the opportunity to undertake financial audits of contractor invoices and check valuations for accuracy. You’ll help to draft specifications and obtain competitive quotations for works and services for the Council. You’ll gain experience in budget management, supporting the management of capital and revenue budgets to ensure compliance with contractual arrangements and financial controls. You’ll also develop relationships with providers, partners and stakeholders in the Service. The ideal candidate To be successful as a Trainee Quantity Surveyor you’ll need a willingness to study towards and complete a BSc in Quantity Surveying. You’ll have knowledge of standard IT software applications, including Microsoft Office and Teams. You’ll possess experience in a housing maintenance or commercial environment. You also need to have strong analytical skills and an ability to assess and evaluate choices from a range of options. Working for Brent Brent is a vibrant London borough known for its iconic Wembley Stadium and rich cultural diversity. We’re committed to creating a supportive and dynamic work environment where you can make a real impact while gaining valuable experience. We offer opportunities for professional development, a collaborative team culture, and the chance to be part of an innovative and forward-thinking organisation. Additionally, we operate a hybrid working model with office or on-site presence three times a week. Apply now, or to learn more about our roles and benefits package, please visit brenthousingcareers.com. Additional information We will be regularly reviewing applications and conducting weekly interview panels. The information we collect from you will be shared with Cifas who will use it to prevent fraud, other unlawful or dishonest conduct, malpractice, and other seriously improper conduct. Further details of how your information will be used by us and Cifas and your data protection rights, can be found at https://www.cifas.org.uk/fpn. Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. We positively encourage all applicants to self-identify their characteristics in the diversity survey section in the application. We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants should be aware that posts working with children, young people and vulnerable adults are subject to an Enhanced DBS check as well as other employment clearances. Brent has a positive approach to flexible working. As a disability confident employer Brent welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on [email protected]