Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Ashbrittle; Chiswell Green; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established contractor in Chiswell Green is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This role offers exposure across the project lifecycle and close collaboration with a Senior Quantity Surveyor. Candidates should have previous experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role or be a strong Trainee QS willing to step up. The position provides competitive salary and a chance to work on diverse projects across healthcare, residential, and commercial sectors.

Benefits

Long-term opportunity

Support and mentoring

Competitive salary package

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or strong Trainee QS.
• Experience working for a main contractor preferred.
• Comfortable working in a small, close-knit commercial team.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out re-measurements.
• Supporting subcontractor procurement and valuations.
• Preparing interim valuations.
• Providing support with final accounts.
• Assisting Senior QS with commercial duties.
• Involved in estimating and pricing works.

Skills

Understanding of subcontract packages

Valuation processes

Organised and commercially aware

Job description

We are currently working with a well‑established small main contractor based in Hertfordshire who deliver projects across the healthcare, residential and commercial sectors. Projects are upto £2 million. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team on a range of live schemes.

This is a traditional Assistant QS role, offering broad exposure across the full project lifecycle and the opportunity to work closely alongside a Senior Quantity Surveyor.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out re‑measurements
• Supporting subcontractor procurement and valuations
• Preparing and assisting with interim valuations
• Providing support with final accounts
• Assisting the Senior QS with general commercial duties
• Getting involved in estimating and pricing works as required

About You

• Previous experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role (or strong Trainee QS looking to step up)
• Experience working for a main contractor preferred
• Good understanding of subcontract packages and valuation processesOrganised, commercially aware and keen to develop
• Comfortable working as part of a small, close‑knit commercial team

What's on Offer

• Long‑term opportunity with a stable and reputable contractor
• Exposure to varied projects across multiple sectors
• Support and mentoring from an experienced Senior QS
• Competitive salary and package, dependent on experience