Junior Quantity Surveyor

Kilnbridge

HQ – Canning Town, London

Fire Protection

About Kilnbridge

Kilnbridge is the UK’s leading structures specialist, delivering some of the country’s most complex and iconic engineering, construction and infrastructure projects. Our expertise spans the full lifecycle of a structure - design, build, adapt, repair and protect - delivered by four specialist operational businesses that combine seamlessly as One Kilnbridge to meet any project’s needs. 

We are purpose led, focused on building a sustainable and resilient future for the UK, with a reputation for technical excellence, safety and quality built over 35 years. As an employee-owned business, our people are at the heart of everything we do - empowered to contribute, innovate and help shape our continued success. 

If you want to make a meaningful impact, grow your career and join a team that values expertise and forward thinking, we’d love to hear from you.

We’re looking for a Junior Quantity Surveyor to join Kilnbridge’s Fire Protection team, supporting the commercial delivery of specialist fire protection projects across a range of regulated and safety‑critical environments. This role is ideal for someone at the start of their quantity surveying career who wants hands‑on exposure to fire protection works, strong commercial training and structured support towards professional development.

What you’ll do

· Support the commercial management of fire protection packages, including passive and specialist works.

· Assist with cost planning, budgets and forecasts across fire protection projects, helping to track spend and value.

· Prepare and support interim valuations, applications for payment and final accounts for fire protection works.

· Assist with contract administration under JCT and NEC contracts, including variations and compensation events specific to fire protection scopes.

· Support procurement of specialist fire protection subcontractors, including enquiries, bid reviews and value-for-money assessments.

· Contribute to monthly commercial reporting, cost-to-complete reviews and cash flow forecasts.

· Attend site meetings and work closely with site teams to understand installation progress and commercial impacts.

· Help maintain accurate records for contracts, variations, valuations and subcontractor accounts.

· Take part in CPD and lessons learned activities, building knowledge of fire protection standards, systems and compliance requirements.

· Work safely at all times, supporting Kilnbridge’s high standards in health, safety and fire compliance.

What you’ll need

· A degree (or currently studying towards one) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline.

· An interest in fire protection, safety‑critical construction and working in regulated environments.

· A basic understanding of construction contracts and quantity surveying principles, with a willingness to develop specialist fire knowledge.

· Strong attention to detail, good organisation and the ability to manage priorities effectively.

· Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with site teams and subcontractors.

· Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

· A proactive mindset, eagerness to learn and commitment to building a long-term career in quantity surveying.

· Any exposure to construction sites or specialist trades is beneficial, but not essential.

Why Kilnbridge?

With major projects delivered across the UK - from national infrastructure to clean energy, buildings and complex structural works - Kilnbridge offers the opportunity to work on schemes that leave a lasting legacy on the built environment. With a UK network of offices from London to Runcorn to Lisburn, we are a trusted partner in some of the most highly regulated, constrained and demanding environments working with our customers to support the delivery of projects across the country. 

We are proud to be an employee-owned organisation where every colleague has a real stake in our success and a voice in how we grow. Our culture is shaped by four core values - Responsibility, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence - which guide how we work and support one another every day. This has created a workforce that has earned recognition on the Financial Times and Statistas Best UK employers 2026 list. 

If you’re driven by pride in your work, inspired by technical challenge and motivated to help deliver projects that shape communities across the UK, you will thrive at Kilnbridge.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Kilnbridge is an equal opportunities employer and a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect. We welcome discussions about flexible working and encourage applicants who may require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy or marital status.