Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Bigblue Search Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a thriving team in London. The role involves assisting with commercial management for high-value fit-out and refurbishment projects. Ideal candidates should possess strong cost management skills and experience in a commercial or quantity surveying role. This opportunity offers a competitive salary between £40,000 - £50,000 and excellent career development prospects.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial/quantity surveying role within construction.
• Strong understanding of contracts and cost management.
• Proactive and solutions-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management of fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Support cost plans, tenders, and subcontractor procurement.
• Help monitor budgets and financial reporting.

Skills

Cost management

Procurement

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

London

£40,000 - £50,000

We're working with a London-based fit‑out contractor who have seen excellent growth in recent years, delivering high‑quality CAT A & B office, hotel and life science fit‑outs and refurbishments ranging from £1m to £20m in value.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a thriving commercial team and gain exposure to major projects in the fast‑paced fit‑out sector.

Key Responsibilities

• The Assistant Quantity Surveyor eould be assisting with the commercial management of CAT A & B fit‑out and refurbishment projects (£1m - £20m)
• Support the preparation of cost plans, tenders, and subcontractor procurement
• Help monitor budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Work closely with design, pre‑construction, and site delivery teams
• Assist with managing subcontractor accounts, valuations, and final accounts
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners

About You

• The Assistant Quantity Surveyor must have experience working in a commercial/quantity surveying role within construction (fit‑out experience desirable)
• Strong understanding of cost management, procurement, and contracts
• Detail‑oriented, with good numerical and analytical skills
• Strong communicator with a proactive, solutions‑driven approach
• Ambitious and keen to progress your career within a growing contractor

What's on Offer

• £40,000 - £50,000 base salary
• Opportunity to work on landmark London office projects (£1m - £20m)
• Excellent career development and progression prospects within a high‑growth contractor
• Join a collaborative, forward‑thinking commercial team delivering design‑led, high‑quality office fit‑outs