Assistant QS – Social Housing Refurbishment (London)

Velocity Recruitment Ltd; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Velocity Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support social housing refurbishment projects across London and Hertfordshire. Based from the Hertfordshire head office, you will assist with cost management, valuations and procurement while collaborating with Senior QS and Commercial colleagues.

The role offers exposure to major refurbishment programmes, with long-term development within the social housing sector and opportunities to progress within a leading contractor’s

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor.
• Experience in new build construction, refurbishment, or social housing projects is desirable.
• Strong numerical and commercial awareness.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Degree or working towards a QS/Commercial Management qualification (preferred but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Assisting with cost management and commercial reporting across multiple projects.
• Supporting the preparation and submission of valuations and variations.
• Assisting with subcontractor procurement and account management.
• Monitoring project costs and budgets.
• Supporting with final accounts and financial reporting.
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure projects are delivered commercially successfully.

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

Velocity Recruitment Ltd is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support social housing refurbishment projects across London and Hertfordshire. Based from the Hertfordshire head office, you will assist with cost management, valuations and procurement while collaborating with Senior QS and Commercial colleagues.

The role offers exposure to major refurbishment programmes, with long-term development within the social housing sector and opportunities to progress within a leading contractor’s