Assistant Quantity Surveyor

BMSL Group Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

BMSL Group Ltd in South Wales (Cardiff area) is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a growing construction team on residential and commercial projects.

You will support commercial management from pre-construction to final accounts, assist with cost planning, budgeting, tendering and subcontract procurement, and liaise with clients and internal teams. A relevant degree or working towards is preferred, with strong communication and MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Quantity Surveying role (Assistant or QS level).
• Background within construction (residential and/or commercial projects).
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or currently working towards.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial management of construction projects from pre-construction through to final account.
• Work closely with the Commercial Director and wider project teams.
• Assist with cost planning, budgeting and tender documentation.
• Manage subcontract procurement and valuations; support cost control, cash flow and reporting.
• Assist interim valuations and final accounts.
• Identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Liaise with clients, consultants and internal teams.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Construction industry

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Workload management

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in quantity surveying

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction software

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - South Wales

Competitive Salary & Package | South Wales (Cardiff area)

We're working with a well-established and growing construction contractor delivering high-quality projects across South Wales and the South West. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured work, they are looking to strengthen their commercial team with the addition of an Assistant Quantity Surveyor.

This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking business working across a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial projects.

The Role

• * Supporting the commercial management of construction projects from pre-construction through to final account
• * Working closely with the Commercial Director and wider project teams
• * Assisting with cost planning, budgeting and tender documentation
• * Managing subcontract procurement and valuations* Supporting cost control, cash flow and reporting
• * Assisting with interim valuations and final accounts
• * Identifying commercial risks and opportunities
• * Liaising with clients, consultants and internal teams

What We're Looking For

• * Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying role (Assistant or QS level)
• * Background within construction (residential and/or commercial projects)
• * Strong commercial awareness and communication skills
• * Ability to manage workload and work as part of a team
• * Good understanding of standard forms of contract
• * Proficient in Microsoft Office and commercial software
• * Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or similar (or working towards)

What's on Offer

• -Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• -Company vehicle or car allowance
• -Pension and benefits package
• -Ongoing training and development
• -Clear progression opportunities within a growing business

Why Apply?

• * Strong pipeline of secured work
• * Mix of residential and commercial projects
• * Supportive and growing commercial team
• * Long-term career progression