Assistant Quantity Surveyor

JR United Kingdom; Birkenhead; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

JR United Kingdom seeks a driven and detail-oriented Junior Quantity Surveyor in Cheshire. This role involves supporting cost planning and contractual activities, ideal for someone with 1–2 years' experience looking to grow in a collaborative environment. Benefits include a competitive salary of up to £30,000, pension scheme, medical insurance, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Private medical insurance

25 days of holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a cost estimator or quantity surveying role.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
• Working towards or holding AssocRICS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support cost planning, budgeting, and forecasting for active projects.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing payment certificates and variation orders.
• Ensure contract compliance and align project execution with budget goals.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Analytical

Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

Microsoft Excel

FastDraft

Estimating tools

Job description

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We’re looking for a driven and detail-oriented Junior Quantity Surveyor to join our on-site team in Cheshire. Reporting to the Senior Project Manager and working closely with the Managing Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a key role in supporting the commercial and contractual side of multiple projects.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with 1–2 years of experience in quantity surveying or cost estimation to grow their career in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Supporting cost planning, budgeting, and forecasting for active projects
• Assisting in preparing and reviewing payment certificates and variation orders
• Reviewing contractor Bills of Quantities (BoQs) at the tender stage
• Helping build up rates for contract items and activities
• Monitoring provisional sums and budget allowances, making necessary adjustments
• Preparing and reviewing cost reports and financial reconciliations
• Keeping weekly and monthly reports accurate and up to date
• Ensuring all QS-related data is correctly recorded in systems like FastDraft
• Assisting with procurement activities and supporting supply chain management
• Ensuring contract compliance and aligning project execution with budget goals

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree, BTEC/SQA award, or relevant professional qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field
• At least 2 years' experience in a cost estimator or quantity surveying role
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Project
• Familiarity with cost build-up spreadsheets or estimating tools (advantageous)
• Working towards or holding AssocRICS (preferred but not essential)
• Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and deliverables
• Understanding of Health and Safety regulations
• Knowledge of NEC contracts would be a bonus

What’s in It for You:

• Up to £30,000
• Company pension scheme
• Private medical insurance and healthcare benefits
• 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options available

This is a great opportunity to build your skills and gain hands-on experience on a variety of projects.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your quantity surveying career, please contact Sam John at CPS Recruitment: [emailprotected]