Assistant / Graduate Quantity Surveyor - London

Monaghans Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consultancy firm in the UK is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join its London office. The successful candidate will support Quantity Surveyors with project assistance, handle construction cost analyses, and prepare tender documentation. A BSc in Quantity Surveying and RICS accreditation are preferred. This role offers a highly competitive salary along with a robust benefits package focused on personal development and professional growth. Join a dynamic team working on exciting retail and leisure projects.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Broad benefits package

Continuous professional development

Support for MRICS qualification

Qualifications

• Minimum 2:1 in Quantity Surveying.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Energetic and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Deliver project assistance to Quantity Surveyors.
• Analyses construction cost information and negotiate.
• Prepares Tender and Contract Documentation.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Excellent time-management

Leadership and organisational skills

IT proficiency

Team-player attitude

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying

RICS accreditation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Responsibilities

• Delivers project assistance to Quantity Surveyors.
• Analyses construction cost information and reports findings, including negotiation.
• Uses digital measurement software to undertake measurement exercises from detailed drawings.
• Utilises and develops key project documents (Tender Reports, Cost Reports, etc.).
• Prepares project‑specific Tender and Contract Documentation.
• Maintains awareness of the different Building Contracts available and corresponding legislation.

Qualifications

• BSc in Quantity Surveying (minimum 2:1) and RICS accreditation preferred.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent time‑management, leadership and organisational skills.
• Commitment, enthusiasm, strong work ethic and a team‑player attitude.
• Energetic and self‑motivated with the ability to meet client and manager deadlines.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel; excellent IT proficiency.
• General knowledge of current industry developments.

Locations and Team

Offices in London, Sheffield, Manchester and Leeds. The role is in London working on retail and leisure projects with a large Quantity Surveying team, mentored by senior staff.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary, broad benefits package focused on personal development, wellbeing and community. Continuous professional development programmes and support for MRICS qualification.