Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Vinci; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure company in the UK seeks an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for a significant project at Sizewell C. This role involves measuring, valuing, and recording work, collaborating with subcontractors, and contributing to cost management and procurement. Ideal candidates will have a BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Join us in shaping the future of energy with this once-in-a-generation project, while gaining valuable experience in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Enhanced Sick Pay

Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

25-days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Paid annual professional memberships

Volunteering days

Professional growth and development

Qualifications

• Completed or currently studying towards a BSc in Quantity Surveying.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A drive to achieve results.

Responsibilities

• Measure, value and record work in line with procedures.
• Collate cost and value information.
• Prepare cost reconciliation statements.
• Work closely with subcontractors on measurement.
• Interpret drawings and prepare Bills of Quantities.
• Review weekly and monthly programme updates.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Help shape one of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects. Join the Geotechnical Subcontract Alliance (GSA) at Sizewell C, a major national project that will help power the UK's future. As part of the team preparing the ground for construction of a next‑generation nuclear power station, you'll work within a collaborative alliance delivering complex geotechnical works (piling, diaphragm walling, soil mixing, grouting and more). This is a rare opportunity to grow your commercial career on a once‑in‑a‑generation project that blends cutting‑edge engineering with meaningful environmental and national impact. As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll support senior members of the commercial team while gaining hands‑on experience across all core QS disciplines, playing a key role in cost management, procurement, valuation of works and commercial reporting to contribute to the project\'s productivity and performance.

Responsibilities

• Measure, value and record work in line with procedures
• Collate cost and value information
• Prepare cost reconciliation statements
• Work closely with subcontractors on measurement and agreements
• Interpret drawings and specifications to prepare Bills of Quantities
• Review weekly and monthly programme updates
• Use our ERP system for reporting and commercial management

Qualifications

• Completed or currently studying towards a BSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent experience)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A drive to achieve results and solve problems

Desirable

• Previous commercial experience (placement, internship or full-time)
• Knowledge of civil engineering or construction industry practices

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus (based on personal/project performance)
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (min. 5% company contribution)
• Enhanced Sick Pay (after probation)
• Income Protection, Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 25‑days annual leave + Bank Holidays per year (increasing with service)
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Paid annual professional memberships
• Volunteering days
• Professional growth and development