ENG - Intern - Operations

Job description

WORK EXPERIENCE - QUANTITY SURVEYINGNG 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 doDuring 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‐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 learnThis 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 forThis 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 DateSummer 2026

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Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Manchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Profession type

Logistics jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English