Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Walker & Sloan; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment business is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a respected Tier 2 contractor in Swindon. The role involves supporting commercial functions, including cost planning and subcontract management. Candidates should have experience in a similar capacity and the ambition for professional development. The opportunity offers a salary of up to £45,000 along with various benefits including support toward qualifications and a collaborative working culture.

Benefits

Up to £45,000 + benefits

Support toward professional qualifications and chartership

Career progression within a structured team

Healthcare & pension support

Collaborative working culture

Qualifications

• Experience working for a main or regional contractor in an AQS or Trainee capacity.
• Motivated to progress and take responsibility over time.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Cost planning, estimating and tender submissions.
• Subcontract procurement and contract management.
• Valuations, variations and commercial reporting.
• Site visits, progress reviews and commercial meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Numerical skills

Understanding of commercial processes

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Swindon | Sector: Tier 2 Regional Contractor | Salary: Up to £45,000 + Package

The Opportunity

This is a great opportunity to join a respected Tier 2 contractor delivering projects across education, commercial, heritage, healthcare and community sectors. As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll support commercial functions while building your technical knowledge on live projects.

You'll work alongside an experienced team, with real pathways to progression and access to professional development, chartership support and varied project exposure.

Role Overview

• Cost planning, estimating and tender submissions.
• Subcontract procurement and contract management.
• Valuations, variations and commercial reporting.
• Final accounts and project close-out.
• Site visits, progress reviews and commercial meetings.
• Maintaining subcontractor and supplier relationships.

About You

• Experience working for a main or regional contractor in an AQS or Trainee capacity.
• Understanding of commercial processes, procurement, and measurement.
• Strong communication, organisation, and numerical skills.
• Motivated to progress and take responsibility over time.
• Keen to work toward chartership or professional development (preferred).
• Full UK driving licence.

Company Profile

This contractor is known for quality delivery, personal progression and long-standing client relationships. They operate across multiple sectors and encourage staff to grow through training, mentorship and well-defined career pathways.

With a supportive team culture and reputable brand, this role offers both stability and development for the right candidate.

What's in it for you?

• Up to £45,000 + benefits
• Support toward professional qualifications and chartership
• Career progression within a structured commercial teamHoliday allowance + wellbeing benefits
• Healthcare & pension support
• Collaborative, professional working culture

About Walker & Sloan

Walker & Sloan are a BCorp certified recruitment business specialising in construction and the built environment. I, Jack Houghton, partner with top regional contractors across the UK, handling all applications confidentially.