Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Velocity Recruitment; Dartford; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for a Tier 1 Property Services Contractor. The role involves measuring quantities and assisting in bill production for the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund. Candidates should have a degree in Quantity Surveying and experience in social housing projects. The position offers a salary of up to £50,000, alongside a car allowance and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Car allowance / Company car

8% Pension and healthcare

Opportunities for career development

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience within social housing or planned maintenance.
• Working knowledge of JCT or NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Measure quantities for bill of quantities based on asset condition surveys.
• Ensure costs align with SHDF funding criteria.
• Support in the analysis of tender submissions.

Skills

Good understanding of cost control

Strong communication skills

Strong numeracy skills

Excel skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent construction-related discipline

Tools

JCT contracts

NEC contracts

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Tier 1 Property Services Contractor (SHDF Framework)

• SHDF Framework - external and internal works
• South London, scattered properties
• Paying up to £50k + package
• Well known Tier 1 Property Services companies

Role

We are seeking a Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work with one of the UK's leading property services companies. They specialise in both in planned and responsive works for RSL'S (registered social landlords) and pride themselves as a market leader. Due to continued company growth, they are looking for a thriving Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their thriving Planned Maintenance Division.

This is an exciting opportunity to be a key player in delivering a landmark project: the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF) based in South London.

Responsibilities

• Measure quantities and assist in producing bill of quantities (BOQ) or schedule of rates (SOR) based on asset condition surveys
• Work with senior QS / cost manager to ensure costs align with SHDF funding criteria and client budgets.
• Help prepare tender documentation, including pricing schedules, preliminaries, and specifications.
• Assist in issuing tenders, collating contractor queries, and evaluating tender returns.
• Support in the analysis of tender submissions, comparing prices, rates, and value for money.
• Assist with contract setup (JCT, NEC, or bespoke forms), including preparation of contract documents and issue of instructions.
• Maintain records of correspondence, drawings, and site instructions.

What We're Looking For

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent construction-related discipline.
• Previous experience within social housing or planned maintenance
• Working knowledge of JCT or NEC contracts.
• Good understanding of cost control, measurement, and procurement processes.
• Strong communication, numeracy, and Excel skills.

What's on Offer

• Up to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Car allowance / Company car + 8% Pension and healthcare
• Opportunities for career development, professional training
• Join a collaborative commercial team making a real difference to local communities and the environment