Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Fawkes and Reece

Chelmsford

Hybrid

GBP 32,000 - 42,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Work from home

Travel

Structured training & mentoring from a

Progression path

Job summary

Fawkes and Reece are seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team near Chelmsford. You will assist a Senior Quantity Surveyor on projects across education, healthcare and leisure sectors, supporting procurement, valuation, cost reporting and contract administration.

The role involves working from the Chelmsford area with a clear progression path and structured mentoring from senior staff. Travel and home-working options are available as part of the package.

Qualifications

Degree educated in a construction related subject.
Live within commutable distance to Chelmsford.
Experience as a trainee or assistant quantity surveyor at a main contractor.
UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

Support the measurement and valuation of work.
Procurement of subcontractor packages.
Cost reporting.
Contract administration.

Education

Degree in construction related subject

Job description

Reference: LM0341_1787322744
Posted: August 21, 2026

About the role of Assistant Quantity Surveyor

As Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be joining the commercial team of a Tier 1 Main Contractor in the UK. Due to recent project wins across the education, healthcare and leisure sectors, they are looking to strengthen their commercial team. They provide services to the public and private sector and are known for their ambitious culture.

You will be assisting a Senior Quantity Surveyor on construction projects from procurement to final accounts based near Chelmsford.

Key Responsibilities of Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Include but not limited to: