Assistant Quantity Surveyor

GVR Solutions Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm in Essex is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree and at least one year of experience. You will assist in tendering, cost control, and project meetings. Strong communication and IT skills are essential. Competitive compensation offered in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in Quantity Surveying.
• Ability to assist in tendering processes and cost control.
• Willingness to undertake training and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in tendering process at all stages.
• Conduct cost control and reporting.
• Liaise with internal teams and attend project meetings.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Attention to detail

Strong interpersonal skills

Relevant IT skills

Critical thinking

Mathematics knowledge

Education

Quantity Surveying degree or Construction Management degree

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor required in Essex

GVR Solutions are currently representing a well‑established main contractor who works on both new build and refurbishment projects based within London and the Southeast. They are currently looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Graduate Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team.

The ideal candidate will be someone who is degree qualified and has a minimum of 1 year’s experience working as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for an established main contractor.

As a main contractor they mainly work on projects in the Commercial, Light industrial, Community, Education, Healthcare, Ecclesiastical and Leisure sectors with project values up to £10m.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor roles and responsibilities:

• Assist in tendering process at all stages
• Sub‑contract Tendering
• Cost Control
• Cost reporting
• Liaise with all Internal teams
• Attend project meetings
• Assist with procurement
• Final Accounts

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor must have / be:

• Hold a Quantity Surveying degree or Construction Management degree
• Ideally a minimum of 1 year’s experience in Quantity Surveying
• Relevant IT skills
• Excellent oral communication and written skills
• A good knowledge of Maths
• Strong attention to detail
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
• Confident, articulate and a critical thinker
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Willing to undertake training and development when needed

If you meet all the Assistant Quantity Surveyor requirements above, then please get in touch.