Location
Nottingham Office Based
Benefits
- Holiday increasing with service
- Flexible Home Working Policy
- Competitive benefits package commensurate with experience and current qualifications
- Hybrid work environment providing flexibility and promoting a healthy work-life balance
- Exposure to varied project types that prioritise sustainability and innovation
- Opportunity for growth and progression within a company that values diversity and inclusion, with real potential to move into more senior roles
Type
Permanent – Full Time
Overview
We are a forward-thinking, growing SME operating from the East Midlands. With strong sustainability credentials and a commitment to making a positive impact, we actively seek to drive change in our industry. Our innovative approach, coupled with a hybrid work environment, provides our employees with a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere where they can thrive and contribute to our collective success.
We are committed to fostering a culture of continual professional development and collaboration, offering opportunities for growth within various disciplines and delivering exceptional client service.
Duties
We are looking to recruit a driven and resourceful Graduate or Apprentice Quantity Surveyor (QS), based at our Head Office to assist in the development and delivery of capital projects in a wide range of sectors. This role will encompass traditional Quantity Surveying duties, including:
- Feasibility Studies
- Cost Plans
- Employer’s Requirements
- Valuations and Cost Reports
- Final Accounts and Cashflows
The successful candidate would ideally have some past work experience in the sector with some hands-on skills supporting projects from inception to completion and be either recently graduated or about to graduate in 2026. We will consider candidates nearing completion of a Level 6 Apprenticeship.
There is the opportunity to assist with the development of projects and to work under supervision with a range of clients, acquiring professional skills and knowledge across the wider Focus service portfolio. The post offers an exceptional opportunity for the right person to advance further within the field. Significant career development opportunities exist both within the team and across the wider multi-disciplinary business.
Requirements
- Degree in Construction Project Management, Building Surveying, Quantity Surveying or other construction related qualification, or successfully completed / near completion of a Level 6 Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship.
- Excellent client-facing skills: help secure repeat work through first class service to ensure client satisfaction.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
- General understanding of NEC / JCT contracts beneficial.
- Ability to manage a busy workload, prioritize, and meet deadlines whilst retaining attention to detail.
- Excellent IT literacy, ideally with proficiency in project management software.
- Follow industry trends through participation in training programs and industry events, plus share knowledge and best practices via team discussions.
- Enthusiastic, ambitious, self-motivated and proactive with problem-solving and decision-making abilities whilst under appropriate supervision.
- Professional certification aspiration (RICS, CIOB, APM, etc.) advantageous.
- Knowledge and understanding of sustainability practices and their integration into construction projects is desirable.
Readiness
The role should help develop the skills of the successful candidate, broadening their understanding.
Opportunity
If you are a motivated team player with strong problem-solving skills looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Equal Opportunities Statement
Focus Consultants is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community: Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture.
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