Assistant / Intermediate Quantity Surveyor - Super Prime

Hill & Hill Recruitment Ltd; Crawley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Assistant / Intermediate Quantity Surveyor for prestigious residential developments in West Sussex. The role involves supporting the commercial management of high-value projects, contributing to financial planning, and collaborating with site and contracts management. Candidates should possess relevant experience in residential or high-end construction, strong analytical skills, and a relevant degree or qualification. This position offers clear career progression and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Clear career progression

Mentoring from senior commercial staff

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant or Intermediate Quantity Surveyor within residential or high-end construction.
• Exposure to luxury or super prime residential projects.
• Experience working on projects valued between £2M - £10M.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the commercial management of projects valued between £2M - £10M.
• Support the preparation of cost plans, budgets, and financial reports.
• Work closely with Site Managers and Contracts Managers.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Degree or working towards a qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Job description

Hill & Hill are currently recruiting for an Assistant / Intermediate Quantity Surveyor on behalf of a prestigious client delivering super prime residential developments. The role will support the commercial management of high-end residential projects, ranging from single luxury dwellings to larger residential developments, across West Sussex and surrounding areas. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware Quantity Surveyor to develop their career within a quality-led business working on some of the region's most prestigious residential schemes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the commercial management of super prime residential projects valued between £2M - £10M.
• Support the preparation of cost plans, budgets, and financial reports.
• Assist with subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, and package placement.
• Help manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, and interim payments.
• Assist with variations, change control, and final account processes.
• Work closely with Site Managers and Contracts Managers to monitor project costs.
• Contribute to value engineering exercises while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Ensure commercial procedures and contractual requirements are followed.

Key Requirements

• Previous experience as an Assistant or Intermediate Quantity Surveyor within residential or high-end construction.
• Exposure to luxury or super prime residential projects is advantageous.
• Experience working on projects valued between £2M - £10M (or supporting larger schemes).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a project team.
• Degree or working towards a qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management preferred.
• Full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on prestigious super prime residential developments.
• Clear career progression and mentoring from senior commercial staff.
• Long-term role with a well-respected contractor/developer.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, dependent on experience.
• Stable pipeline of high-quality projects across West Sussex and surrounding areas.