Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Cardo; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building maintenance company in the City of London is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team in delivering social housing projects. The role involves cost control, contract administration, and procurement to ensure projects meet client and regulatory requirements. Candidates should have strong numerical skills and a relevant qualification or experience in social housing. The position offers a salary between £28,000 to £35,000 along with multiple benefits including career development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday + BH

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Wellbeing fund

Employee recognition/referral scheme

Qualifications

• Working toward or holding relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills are essential.
• Understanding of construction measurement and valuation principles is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and cashflow forecasts.
• Support monitoring project costs against budgets.
• Prepare and assist in monthly commercial reports and financial summaries.

Skills

Numerical and analytical skills

Understanding of construction measurements

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Willingness to learn

Experience in social housing

Cost management software experience

Education

BSc Quantity Surveying or relevant qualification

Tools

COINS

Causeway

Procore

Job description

Who We Are:

Cardo Group is a trusted provider of building maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit services for social housing and public sector buildings across the UK. With nationwide coverage and skilled local teams, we deliver a reliable end-to-end service that ensures homes and public spaces are safe, sustainable, and well‑maintained.

We specialise in responsive repairs & voids, planned maintenance, energy‑efficiency upgrades, compliance works, and major improvement programmes. Our approach combines quality workmanship, strong resident communication, and efficient project delivery to achieve the best outcomes for customers and communities.

Role Overview:

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team in located in the Northwest London area.

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support the commercial team in delivering cost‑effective, compliant, and high‑quality social housing projects, including planned maintenance, refurbishment, new‑build developments, and responsive repairs. The role involves assisting with cost control, contract administration, procurement, valuations, and financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget while meeting regulatory and client requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and cashflow forecasts.
• Support the monitoring and reporting of project costs against budgets.
• Help maintain cost databases and benchmark information for future projects.
• Prepare and assist in monthly commercial reports, CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations), and financial summaries.
• Assist in preparing tender documentation for labour, materials, and subcontract packages.
• Help evaluate subcontractor quotations, ensuring price accuracy and compliance.
• Support procurement of subcontractors and suppliers in line with the company’s procurement policies.
• Participate in tender analysis and negotiation processes.
• Support senior QS staff with administering JCT, NEC, or bespoke social housing contracts.
• Help prepare and issue subcontract orders and variations.
• Assist with managing variations/changes to the works and ensuring accurate record‑keeping.
• Support the preparation and review of payment applications and certificates.
• Assist with monthly valuations for client and subcontractor accounts.
• Support processing interim and final payments.
• Help verify completed works and quantities on‑site, including measurement and take‑offs.
• Participate in site visits, progress meetings, and commercial discussions.
• Ensure all work aligns with social housing regulations, building safety legislation, and organisational standards.
• Support quality control processes, ensuring accurate documentation for audits.
• Assist with managing risk registers, early warnings, and change control procedures.
• Work closely with project managers, site teams, design teams, and subcontractors.
• Assist in maintaining effective communication with clients, housing associations, and local authorities.
• Provide administrative and commercial support to senior QS professionals.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Working toward or holding a relevant qualification (e.g., BSc Quantity Surveying, HNC/HND in Construction).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Understanding of construction measurements and valuation principles.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and general IT systems.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop within a commercial team.
• Experience within social housing, affordable housing, repairs & maintenance, or refurbishment.
• Experience using estimating or cost‑management software (COINS, Causeway, Procore, etc.).

Salary/Benefits:

• Salary between £28,000 to £35,000 DOE
• 25 days holiday + BH
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
• Career development
• Private Medical Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Counselling services and wellbeing app
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity leave
• Retail & Lifestyle Discount Platform
• Wellbeing fund
• Employee recognition/referral scheme

Please note all our roles are subject to Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

Why Join Cardo Group?

At Cardo Group, we are growing, evolving, and building a stable foundation for long‑term success. When you join us, you become part of a forward‑thinking company that values innovation, integrity, and inclusivity.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We recognise that diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with.

✅ Equity – We ensure fair opportunities for growth and success, removing barriers that may stand in the way.

✅ Diversity – We embrace different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints, knowing that diversity fuels creativity and progress.

✅ Inclusion – We foster a culture where every team member has a voice and feels a true sense of belonging.

At Cardo Group, EDI is more than a policy, it’s part of who we are. We actively promote an environment where all individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, ability, sexual orientation, or background, can thrive.

Join us and be part of a company that values you—exactly as you are.