Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Mears Group; Evesham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Job summary

Mears Group in the Midlands seeks an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team in delivering cost control, CVRs, valuations, variations and final accounts across social housing contracts. You will help ensure value for money while upholding safety, quality and cost-control standards.

Responsibilities include managing subcontractor processes, client invoicing, pricing, interim applications and KPI reporting, as well as maintaining strong stakeholder relationships and contributing

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Construction or Building Services.
• Full, current UK driving licence.
• Experience in the Social Housing sector or related construction contracts.
• Ability to take quantities from drawings using standard methods of measurement (SMM7).

Responsibilities

• Manage cost control, budgeting and value analysis per contract terms.
• Produce CVRs, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Oversee client invoicing and overheads with operations and finance teams.
• Prepare contractual documentation and manage subcontractor processes.
• Ensure compliance with IMSF013 A–G documents and payment terms.
• Support pre- and post-contract duties including pricing, tenders and variations.
• Monitor KPIs and maintain professional stakeholder relations.

Skills

Quantity surveying

Cost control

CVRs & valuations

Subcontractor management

Education

HNC/HND in Construction or Building Services

Tools

SMM7

Excel

Job description

Annual salary: up to £35,000.00 Assistant Quantity Surveyor 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 across the Midlands housing 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
• Produce timely and accurate Cost 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 documentation in accordance with contract 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
• Uphold high standards of 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 as required

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.

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.

We are the people behind the smile! At Mears we look for people who share our vision and values - to make a positive difference to the communities we serve. We do this by improving homes, improving communities and improving lives. We are proud of our business and the opportunities we provide to colleagues working across the UK. Our Values - Customers / Innovation / Teamwork / Responsibility