Assistant Quantity Surveyor

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering firm in Brentwood is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team. You will gain hands-on experience, support projects, and be involved in estimating costs, preparing documentation, and liaising with clients and contractors. The ideal candidate has a BSc in Quantity Surveying and proficiency in MS Office. This is a great opportunity for growth within a dynamic company.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Office required.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills are necessary.
• Prior site experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Price and forecast the costs of different materials needed for the project.
• Prepare tender documents, contracts, budgets, and bills of quantities.
• Track changes to the design or construction work and adjust budget projections.
• Procure or agree the services of contractors and subcontractors.
• Measure and value the project on completed work.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Excellent communication

Organisation skills

Negotiation skills

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management

Job description

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T Vaughan Ltd is a specialist Enabling, Groundworks, Civil Engineering and RC Frame company based in Brentwood, Essex. We employ a select group of individuals with the professional knowledge and practical skills to provide a high-quality service, tailored to our clients' needs. Current projects range in value from 500k to £10 million. As a company we operate within a fast paced environment across a diverse range of projects primarily in London and the South East but with projects stretching across the whole of England. We are currently experiencing a period of sustained growth and require an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Brentwood.

About the Role

T Vaughan Ltd.’s nominated Assistant Quantity Surveyor will have gain hands-on experience supporting the commercial team, from helping procure subcontractors and suppliers to preparing vital cost and materials data. Get involved in real projects—measuring, evaluating, coordinating payments, attending site meetings, and working closely with our on-site teams. This is your opportunity to develop practical skills and build industry connections.

T Vaughan Ltd.’s nominated Assistant QS will have the main responsibilities but not limited to:

Price/forecast the cost of the different materials needed for the project.

Prepare tender documents, contracts, budgets, bills of quantities and other documentation.

Track changes to the design and/or construction work and adjust budget projections accordingly.

Procure or agree the services of contractors and/or subcontractors who work on the construction of the project.

Measure and value the project on completed work and oversee commercial calendar for the project.

Liaise with the client and other construction professionals, such as site managers, project managers and site engineers.

Select and/or source construction materials.

maintain awareness of the different building contracts in current use.

Any other acts and tasks as may be reasonably requested by the line manager, a senior manager, or the Directorship team.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: BSc in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
• Skills: Proficiency in MS Office, excellent communication, organisation, and negotiation skills
• Experience: Prior site experience is a plus but by no means a pre-requisite.

We respectfully request that no agencies contact us regarding this role at this point in time.