Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Mears Group PLC; Evesham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Family-friendly policies

Life assurance

Van & Fuel card

Refer a friend schemes

Pension and sick pay

Employee assistance programme

Mears Rewards

Training and development

Mears Fun Day

Volunteering leave

Job summary

Mears Group PLC is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Evesham to support the commercial team. The role includes cost control, budgeting, CVRs, valuations, variations, and final accounts for a social housing repairs and maintenance contract.

The successful candidate will manage subcontractor processes, prepare interim payment applications and monitor KPIs, while upholding safety, quality and cost control standards. A relevant qualification and driving licence are essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates knowledge of building construction, contracts and quantity surveying.
• Experience in the Social Housing sector is preferred.
• Ability to take quantities from drawings using standard methods of measurement (SMM7).

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of cost control, budgeting and value analysis.
• Produce timely and accurate Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Oversee client invoicing and overheads with operational and financial teams.
• Prepare interim applications for payment in line with company procedures and budgets.
• Monitor and report on KPIs related to contract and subcontractor performance.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Contract management

IT literacy

Driving licence

Education

HNC/HND in Construction or Building Services

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Annual salary: up to £35,000.00

Location: Evesham

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent, 42.5hrs per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: £35,000.00 + car allowance

Join us on our new, exciting contract

Mears Group is delivering a long-term social housing repairs and maintenance partnership across the wider Midlands region.

Providing housing repairs and maintenance services across a geographically diverse social housing portfolio covering market towns, rural communities and urban locations, the contract includes responsive repairs, planned maintenance and property services, with a strong focus on customer service, quality and community investment.

Due to continued growth across the contract, opportunities are available for experienced Quantity Surveyors across South Worcestershire, North Gloucestershire, and surrounding areas.

About the Role

As a key member of the local commercial team, you will support the Commercial & General Manager in delivering high-quality commercial control and reporting acrossthe Midlandshousing property contracts. Your role will ensure best-in-class commercial acumen, customer service, and compliance with safety, quality, and cost control standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of cost control, budgeting, and value analysis in line with contract terms
• ProducetimelyandaccurateCost Value Reconciliations (CVRs), valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Oversee client invoicing and overheads in collaboration with operational and financial teams
• Process valuation certificates and documentation to ensure efficient income recovery
• Prepare contractual documentationin accordance withcontract conditions and company procedures
• Manage the full subcontractor process, including order placement, certification, and payments
• Ensure compliance with Mears Group IMSF013 A-G documents and payment terms
• Undertake pre- and post-contract duties including pricing, tender build-ups, variations, and final accounts
• Prepare interim applications for payment in line with company procedures and budgets
• Monitor and report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to contract and subcontractor performance
• Maintain a professional approach in all stakeholder interactions
• Upholdhigh standardsof health and safety
• Follow all company policies and procedures
• Maintain company assets in good condition and report any damages promptly
• Support team operations by covering absences and attending meetings and training asrequired

Key Criteria

• Full, current UK driving licence
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Demonstrates company values, especially a customer-first approach
• HNC/HND in Construction or Building Services
• Knowledge of building construction, contracts, and quantity surveying; experience in the Social Housing sector
• Ability to take quantities from drawings using standard methods of measurement (SMM7)
• Effective communication and IT literacy
• Familiarity with NEC, JCT, PPC, and TPC contracts

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• life assurance
• Van & Fuel card
• Refer a friend schemes
• Generous pension scheme and sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mears Rewards - access to discounts across major retailers, including supermarkets
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Annual Mears Fun Day (previous locations include Alton Towers and Drayton Manor)
• Volunteering leave - up to two days per year to support community initiatives

All our roles require candidates to have the entitlement to work within the UK, Mears does not currently offer visa sponsorship.

To drive a Mears vehicle, you must be aged over 21 have held your licence over 3 months and have less than 9 points.

Candidates should be aware that all our roles are subject to relevant Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.

About Mears Group

At Mears Group, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, we are a Disability Confident employer, valuing individuality and ensuring equal opportunities for all.

We proudly support the Armed Forces Covenant and are honoured to have achieved the Gold Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) to coincide with this, we hold an Endorser Award for the Career Transition Partnership, recognising our commitment to veterans transitioning into civilian careers.

In our continued effort to promote social mobility, we invite applicants to voluntarily share their background information during the application stages to help us better understand the diverse experiences of our candidates. This is to ensure we are committed to improving social mobility. We use the Social Mobility Index to assess and enhance opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds. These questions are optional and will not impact your ability to apply.