Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Fawkes and Reece; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in Cardiff is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for a significant £200m indoor arena project. The role involves managing packages from procurement to final accounting while collaborating with subcontractors and internal teams. Candidates should have a degree in a construction-related field and at least 2 years of experience. The position offers a salary up to £45,000, car allowance, and ample career progression opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Long term career possibilities

Car allowance

Travel

Pension

Continuous training and development

New starter gift

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience with another main contractor.
• Competent in managing subcontractor packages and payments.
• Live within commutable distance to Cardiff.

Responsibilities

• Managing packages from procurement through to final accounting.
• Working with the wider team to ensure subcontractors are managed on site.
• Collaboratively working with the internal team.

Skills

Confidence

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Degree in a construction related subject

Job description

Reference: LM8500_1764848008
Posted: December 4, 2025

About the role of Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Your role as Assistant Quantity Surveyor will be to work on a £200m + 16,500-seat indoor arena with a duration of over 3 years. This will allow you the opportunity to work with a Tier 1 Main Contractor on a major project and an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor who will support you.

The company have been established for over 20 years and have a strong pipeline of work in London. They are a leading Main Contractor in the UK and are progressive in the way they offer promotion, it is done on a merit basis and competency as opposed to longevity.

Key Responsibilities of Assistant Quantity Surveyor:

You will be responsible for but not limited to;

• Managing packages from procurement through to final accounting
• Working with the wider team to ensure subcontractors are managed on site
• CVRs
• Working collaboratively with the internal team

Key Requirements for Assistant Quantity Surveyor:

This Tier 1 Main Contractor are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is confident and eager to develop their career. You will ideally have:

• Degree in a construction related subject
• Minimum of 2 years experience with another main contractor
• Competent in managing subcontractor packages and payments
• Live within commutable distance to Cardiff

What's on offer:

• Long term career possibilities/progression
• Salary of up to £45,000 + Car allowance/Travel + Pension
• Continuous training and development
• New starter gift

If you want to hear more about this Assistant Quantity Surveyor role please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact Lucy Murphy on 07305 059 537 or [e-mail]