Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; Chatham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

APC mentorship

Training and APC support

Flexible working

Job summary

Brandon James Ltd in Maidstone is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a supportive team on a range of residential and commercial projects. You will work closely with senior surveyors, assist with cost plans, tender docs, and contract administration under JCT and NEC, while pursuing MRICS with structured support.

You will gain hands-on experience across project stages, attend site meetings, support valuations, variations, and final accounts, with ongoing APC mentorship and clear

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience in a consultancy or client-side role.
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Keen to gain MRICS accreditation with structured support.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Solid communication skills and a good attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost plans, estimates, and tender documentation
• Support senior surveyors with contract administration under JCT and NEC contracts
• Contribute to procurement processes, including tender analysis
• Attend site meetings and support progress valuations
• Help manage variations, change control, and final accounts
• Work collaboratively across teams to deliver successful project outcomes

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Solid communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

MRICS accreditation path

Tools

JCT contracts

NEC contracts

Job description

A well-established and respected construction consultancy is on the lookout for a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their friendly and experienced team based in Maidstone. Known for their strong track record across residential and commercial projects, this firm offers an excellent platform to develop your career with hands-on support and real responsibility from day one.

This opportunity is perfect for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is eager to expand their technical knowledge, work closely with clients and contractors, and gain exposure to a variety of project stages. As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality cost consultancy services while working towards your chartership.

The team is supportive, forward-thinking, and genuinely committed to professional growth - ideal for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who values mentorship, collaboration, and long‑term progression. If you're an Assistant Quantity Surveyor ready to accelerate your career in a dynamic consultancy, this could be the ideal next move.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Key Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost plans, estimates, and tender documentation
• Support senior surveyors with contract administration under JCT and NEC contracts
• Contribute to procurement processes, including tender analysis
• Attend site meetings and support progress valuations
• Help manage variations, change control, and final accounts
• Work collaboratively across teams to deliver successful project outcomes

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Candidate Requirements

• 1-2 years' experience in a consultancy or client-side role
• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or related field
• Keen to gain MRICS accreditation with structured support
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• Solid communication skills and a good attention to detail

In Return

• Salary between £30,000 - £40,000
• Diverse and interesting project pipeline
• Supportive and approachable team environment
• Ongoing training and APC mentorship
• Clear route to progression within the business
• Regular social events and flexible working opportunities

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