Assistant Electrical QS: London Projects & Career Growth

Hill McGlynn Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term career stability

Professional development

Training opportunities

Central London projects

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Electrical Quantity Surveyor to join a Central London M&E contractor. You will support commercial management of electrical installation projects and work closely with Senior QS and project teams.

The role offers hands-on learning in cost control, valuations, procurement and final accounts, with clear pathways to progress within the commercial team.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant QS or trainee in a commercial role would be advantageous.
• A degree or ongoing qualification in Quantity Surveying or related discipline would be beneficial.
• Interest in electrical building services and M&E commercial management.
• Experience in electrical contracting or construction environment would be advantageous but not essential.
• Understanding of cost control, valuations, procurement and variations.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Strong numerical & IT skills with good attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and develop a long-term QS career.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management of electrical installation projects from award through final account.
• Support QS with project cost monitoring, financial reporting and budget management.
• Assist in preparing interim valuations and applications for payment.
• Support the identification, measurement and valuation of variations.
• Assist with subcontractor procurement, including quotations and appointments.
• Review electrical drawings and specs for take-offs and cost assessments.
• Support preparation of bills of quantities, cost plans and commercial docs.
• Monitor project expenditure and identify potential cost risks.
• Work with Project Managers to understand progress and commercial requirements.
• Maintain records of project costs, variations and contractual correspondence.
• Assist with monthly cost reports and financial forecasts.

Skills

Assistant QS

Quantity surveying

Cost control

Valuations

Procurement

Variations

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Driving licence

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

HNC/HND in Construction Management

Ongoing commercial/CM qualification

Tools

Estimating software

Job description

Hill McGlynn Recruitment is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Electrical Quantity Surveyor to join a Central London M&E contractor. You will support commercial management of electrical installation projects and work closely with Senior QS and project teams.

The role offers hands-on learning in cost control, valuations, procurement and final accounts, with clear pathways to progress within the commercial team.