Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Countryside Partnerships PLC; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team in Brentwood. In this pivotal role, you will assist in the commercial delivery of residential development projects, working closely with experienced Quantity Surveyors. This opportunity not only offers a chance to grow your skills in cost management and project delivery but also allows you to contribute to sustainable community development. Join a company that values integrity and quality, and be part of a team that is committed to building more than just homes—help shape the future with us.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus UK Bank Holidays

Pension scheme with employer contribution

2 paid volunteer days per year

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role for a main contractor or developer.
• Strong understanding of cost management and procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the commercial delivery of residential development schemes.
• Support the Surveying department with cost management from procurement to completion.

Skills

Cost Management

Quantity Surveying

Project Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry East London, at our Brentwood office. As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will report to the Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor and will assist the commercial delivery of residential development schemes. Assist the Surveying department with cost management for development and contracting projects from procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts. This is a key role and the successful candidate will have worked in a similar level role for a main contractor or developer within the region.

Finally, let’s tell you a bit more about us...

We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach.

Join us in making Vistry.

Benefits

1. Enjoy 28 days’ holiday plus all UK Bank Holidays. There are options to carry leave forwards and buy up to 5 days.
2. Pension with Legal & General: Eligible employees are auto-enrolled. You contribute 4%, we contribute 6%. Salary Sacrifice and options to increase contributions available.
3. With 2 paid volunteer days a year, you can give back to communities and charities.

Joining Vistry is just the start of building your perfect career. In return for your passion and skills, we invest in your future, providing all the support and training you need to thrive in your career and realise your potential. Our work is rewarding in itself, but we also offer a range of financial, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits, plus plenty of recognition incentives. We value you and everything you help us build as we make Vistry together.