Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and property consultancy is hiring an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Birmingham. This role offers the chance to advance quickly in Quantity Surveying through hands-on experience in diverse projects, along with structured APC support and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Extensive APC support

Bonus scheme

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private healthcare & life assurance

Pension & income protection

Paid professional memberships

Structured training & career development

Retail discounts & expenses

Ride-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Ambition to achieve Chartership.
• 1+ years Quantity Surveying experience in a UK Consultancy/PQS firm.
• Basic Pre and Post Contract experience.

Responsibilities

• Support senior team members on various projects across sectors.
• Assist with cost planning, contract administration, and project management.

Skills

Cost planning

Project management

Contract administration

Education

RICS Accredited degree qualification

Job description

A leading construction and property consultancy is looking for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their growing Birmingham city centre team. With a strong UK and global presence, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience across diverse projects while working towards chartership and career progression.

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor Role

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support senior team members on a variety of projects in affordable housing, government, education, healthcare, private residential, hospitality, and sport. You will assist with cost planning, contract administration, and project management while gaining exposure to both pre- and post-contract work.

This consultancy offers structured APC support, mentoring from senior professionals, and a clear pathway to Chartered and Senior QS level. With hybrid working (2 days from home), this role provides excellent professional development and work-life balance.

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Requirements

You will ideally have:

• A RICS Accredited degree qualification (ideally BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying)
• 1+ years Quantity Surveying experience in a UK Consultancy/PQS firm
• Basic Pre and Post Contract experience
• A valid UK driving license is beneficial
• Ambition to achieve Chartership

In Return?

• £30,000 – £40,000
• Extensive APC support
• Bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private healthcare & life assurance
• Pension & income protection
• Paid professional memberships
• Structured training & career development
• Retail discounts & expenses
• Ride-to-work scheme
• Hybrid working (2 days WFH)

This is an excellent opportunity to fast-track your career in Quantity Surveying with a respected consultancy.

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