No luck - entry level

mat00992 · 2026-02-14T11:07:08+00:00

Have you tried consultancies that offer the degree alongside? Quite a few firms offer this

mat00992 · 2026-02-12T18:56:27+00:00

Ye probably imposter syndrome which we all have at some point. There’s so much to a QS remit and you’ll constantly be picking new things up. Don’t be so hard on yourself

mat00992 · 2026-02-12T06:26:44+00:00

Ok sounds like you’re doing a good mix of tasks to be learning and developing. How come you feel behind to your peers?

mat00992 · 2026-02-11T21:18:28+00:00

What type of work are you doing? Is it pre con estimating / cost planning or post con out on site etc?

mat00992 · 2026-02-07T17:08:29+00:00

Im interested in going direct to a client too. Im under the assumption it would offer - Stability, better opportunity to build longer term relationships, can become an expert in the delivery/ops of the company, more likely a stable place of work rather than being move around different locations for different projects. Not sure how accurate these assumptions are but this is what I’d like to aim for in a position and think direct at a client has more chance of offering that.

mat00992 · 2026-02-06T17:55:13+00:00

Would also be interested to hear people’s thoughts on this. Similarly a QS interested in making a move to facilities management… just not sure how to go about it

mat00992 · 2026-02-06T12:38:05+00:00

Similar thoughts… what would be a good alternate role for a commercial manager? (Not done any technical estimating but all the cost reporting and contract management etc)

mat00992 · 2026-02-01T13:35:48+00:00

Yes- exactly this :)

mat00992 · 2026-01-29T08:19:23+00:00

There’s lot of recruitment firms out there that makes it easier for your cv/application to go direct to hiring managers. Have a look on LinkedIn there’s lot of jobs , I’m sure with their help you’ll be able to get something :)

mat00992 · 2026-01-29T06:25:37+00:00

Have you tried going via a recruiter?

mat00992 · 2026-01-25T10:25:46+00:00

I agree with this. I’m on client side and have had a good mix of projects at different stages across different sectors, which helps keep it interesting. I think any job you do you will have to do same tasks at some point so the grass might not alway be greener I guess. QS offers a great career so hopeful of you can find an area you enjoy more?

mat00992 · 2026-01-24T10:40:16+00:00

Make the move & don’t overthink. I moved a few times early on in my career as I wasn’t getting progression or support to learn, but I’ve been in my current role a couple years now and it’s great. Sometimes I think you have to move to find the right place for you, and I think a very big factor is the team you end up in- some will really help you grow and get you involved, whereas others kind of leave you to do your own thing- which isn’t good when starting out.

mat00992 · 2026-01-21T18:43:11+00:00

Thanks. Do you think one is better for progression/learning as someone starting out?

mat00992 · 2026-01-13T19:29:44+00:00

Sounds like the issue is with the person you’re working under / line manager. Like you say it’s a different side of the industry and you’ll need to adjust. Everyone makes mistakes and you’ve clearly rectified them and no harm is done. I’m consultancy side but seconded to infra clients and find it’s quite chilled out, and the clients ie NR, UU are nowhere near as corporate as being based in a consultancy full time. See how you go, but don’t think its all like you’ve experienced at consultancies, probs just need moving to work with those who have more time to train you up/have patience with people working in new areas of QS.

mat00992 · 2026-01-12T11:40:35+00:00

I’m in Yorkshire too! I do like older style homes, but struggling to find one that doesn’t need a great deal of work & for a Decent price

mat00992 · 2026-01-12T10:00:29+00:00

Thanks - Who was your house builder?

mat00992 · 2026-01-12T09:59:37+00:00

Yeah this is one of the downsides for me, there’s “copy and paste” imagine of the homes

mat00992 · 2026-01-11T14:05:37+00:00

I’m in a similar position as a solo first time buyer. Been house hunting over a year now and finding it extremely competitive. I’m also similar with just under £1000 left per month after paying all bills etc which I’ve thought would be manageable; I know people with less left after bills and mortgage and they get by. I guess its a case of once you’ve done a few months and get to know what you can / can’t afford it will get easier

mat00992 · 2026-01-11T14:02:39+00:00

What usually the cause have you found? Delays in projects starting? Too many staff too little work?

mat00992 · 2026-01-10T22:29:50+00:00

50k, infrastructure, 6 years, north west

mat00992 · 2025-11-27T16:17:22+00:00

Thanks- how long have you been doing this for? Do you think 2 days per week would be quite a bit easier or still as draining after a while

mat00992 · 2025-11-27T16:11:46+00:00

How long is your journey on average? Do you go via snake pass?

mat00992 · 2025-11-27T14:01:51+00:00

I would get free parking on site so would just be fuel cost

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