Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Queens Road Pharmacy; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction and engineering firm based in Brentwood is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support financial and commercial aspects of contracts. This role includes assisting with cost planning, procurement, and managing project costs. The ideal candidate should have 2-3 years of experience, knowledge of construction contracts, and proficient Excel skills. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for professional development.

Qualifications

• 2 - 3 years experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, particularly NEC (JCT knowledge also beneficial).

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans.
• Support procurement activities by evaluating subcontractor quotations.
• Help prepare and assess applications for payment and valuations.
• Liaise with compliance teams to resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Cost Management

Numerical and Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Proactive Mindset

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Northumbrian Water Framework - Water Metering

Location: Brentwood, Essex (with site travel as required)

Salary: £27,000 - £32,000 per annum

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Monday to Friday, 08:00-17:00)

Role Overview

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support the Quantity Surveyor and wider project teams in managing the financial and commercial aspects of a water metering framework contract with Northumbrian Water. The role involves assisting with cost planning, procurement, contract administration, and cost control across a high-volume programme of works, ensuring delivery in line with framework agreements, schedules of rates, and commercial objectives.

Working closely with operational delivery teams, planning, compliance, and accounts, as well as supply chain partners and client representatives, the successful candidate will contribute to the commercial management of works from mobilisation through to final account. The role offers opportunities to grow within the commercial team and explore future career progression within the department, including consideration of further education, training, and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Management, CVR & Forecasting

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and cost plans.
• Retrieve, analyse, and maintain cost data to support Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
• Monitor project costs against budgets and agreed rates.
• Assist with cost forecasting and financial reporting.

Procurement & Subcontract Management

• Support procurement activities, including obtaining and evaluating subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Assess interim subcontractor accounts and assist with the issue of payment notices in line with contractual requirements.
• Review and assess subcontract accounts ensuring accuracy and compliance with agreed scope and rates.
• Review and assist with the timely preparation and issue of instructions to subcontractors.

Applications for Payment & Valuations

• Assist in preparing and assessing applications for payment, including checking and verifying completed jobs.
• Prepare interim and final valuations in accordance with the contract and framework requirements.

Commercial Administration & Compliance

• Collate and maintain information to support payroll on a weekly basis.
• Liaise with Compliance teams to resolve discrepancies relating to completed works and commercial records.
• Maintain accurate records of costs, variations, contracts, and correspondence.

  Site & Stakeholder Liaison

  • When required, attend site visits to assess progress of works.
  • Allocate and assign task items across relevant workstreams in line with programme and commercial requirements.
  • Liaise with operational teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and client representatives on commercial matters.

  Personal Attributes

  • Highly organised and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on accuracy.
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret cost and financial data.
  • Effective communicator with a professional and positive approach.
  • Proactive and adaptable, with a solutions-focused mindset.
  • Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
  • Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team.
  • Professional when representing the business with clients and supply chain partners.

  Essential Requirements

  • Full UK driving licence.
  • 2 - 3 years experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role.
  • Knowledge of construction contracts, particularly NEC (JCT knowledge also beneficial).
  • Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  • Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational abilities.

  Key Relationships

  • Reporting to: Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager
  • Working closely with: Contracts Manager, Project Manager, Compliance Teams, and Accounts Team