WORK EXPERIENCE - QUANTITY SURVEYING

 

NG Bailey is offering a 4-week paid work experience opportunity within our Commercial team, based on a live electrical and mechanical engineering project.

 

This placement is designed for individuals who are interested in exploring a career in Quantity Surveying within the construction and M&E engineering sector, providing a realistic insight into the role and the commercial aspects of project delivery.

 

What you will do

 

During the placement, you will work alongside and be supported by an experienced Quantity Surveyor on site. You will:

 

• Shadow the Quantity Surveyor to understand their day-to-day role on a live project
• Observe how commercial decisions are made across the project lifecycle
• Support with basic commercial and administrative tasks, such as:
  • Assisting with measurement and record-keeping
  • Reviewing drawings and specifications to understand scope
  • Supporting the preparation of simple cost reports or valuations
  • Observing how variations, payments, and subcontractor accounts are managed
• Attend site meetings to see how commercial, engineering, and project teams collaborate

 

 

What you will learn

 

This placement is focused on learning and exposure, helping you to:

• Gain a clear understanding of what a Quantity Surveyor does within an M&E contractor
• Learn how commercial teams support successful project delivery
• Understand the link between engineering design, site delivery, and commercial control
• Decide whether a career in quantity surveying and the construction industry is right for you

 

 

Who this placement is for

 

This opportunity is ideal for individuals who:

• Are considering a career in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or Construction
• Are studying a related subject at the University of Salford, or exploring apprenticeship or early-career routes
• Have a keen interest in construction, engineering, and how projects are cost-managed
• Are enthusiastic, reliable, and keen to learn in a site environment

 

No previous quantity surveying or construction experience is required.

 

What we offer

 

• A paid 4-week placement on a live NG Bailey project
• Support and mentoring from an experienced Quantity Surveyor
• A realistic insight into the M&E construction industry
• The opportunity to showcase your interest and potential for future early-career opportunities, including apprenticeships or graduate roles

 

Start Date: Summer 2026

Next Steps: 

 

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.  

 

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. 

 

About Us: 

 

We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. 

 

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. 

 

Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.