Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering and groundworks contractor is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support its growing team in Chelmsford. This role offers hands-on training, career progression, and the opportunity to work on exciting projects. Ideal candidates should hold a degree in Quantity Surveying and have relevant experience in construction.

Benefits

Training opportunities

Yearly performance bonuses

Car allowance

Career progression

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in civil engineering or construction.
• Knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts is preferred.
• A full, clean driver's license is needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with site measurements and valuations.
• Support interim valuations and payment applications.
• Liaise with site teams to monitor progress.

Skills

Cost Reporting

Site Measurements

Valuations

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Chelmsford

£40,000 - £50,000 - Car Allowance + Stable Company + Progression + Training + Yearly Performance Bonuses + Exciting Projects + Immediate Start

Join a growing civil engineering and groundworks contractor as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, supporting experienced commercial staff on a range of live projects.You'll work closely with the commercial manager and benefit from hands-on training, career progression, and the chance to play a key role in the company's continued growth.

This is a great opportunity to join a well-respected civil engineering and groundworks contractor as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor.With a strong reputation for quality delivery and long-standing client relationships, you'll support the commercial team in ensuring projects run smoothly and to budget.Enjoy hands-on training, real responsibility, and the chance to grow with a business that values its people—not just numbers.

Your Role As Assistant Quantity Surveyor Include:

* Assist with site measurements and valuations (excavation, drainage, foundations)
* Support interim valuations, payment applications, and cost reporting
* Liaise with site teams to monitor progress and collect financial data
* Help manage subcontractor accounts and verify invoices
* Maintain records of labour, materials, and plant for cost control

The Successful Assistant Quantity Surveyor Will Need:

* A degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent qualification
* Experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor within in civil engineering or construction
* A full, clean driver's license
* Willingness to travel as required
* Knowledge of NEC and JCT contracts

For immediate consideration call Dave Blissett on 020 3813 7954 and click to apply!

Keywords: Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Cost Consultant, Quantity Surveyor, Groundworks, Civil Engineering, Civils, Construction, Residential , Chelmsford, Essex, Basildon, Colchester, Southend

This vacancy is being advertised by Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd.The services of Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency.Please visit our website at futureengineer.co.uk to view other positions we are currently handling.

Future Engineering Recruitment Ltd can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom.Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.
We will endeavour to respond to all applicants however due to the sheer volume of response, we can only guarantee that candidates who have been shortlisted will be contacted.