Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Circet IRE & UK; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecom infrastructure company is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Exeter to support the commercial team in managing contracts and costs. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with a passion for learning in a QS environment. This full-time role offers great development opportunities, structured training, and a supportive, inclusive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Life assurance

Employee Assistance Programmes

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm to learn and develop in a commercial/QS environment.
• Basic understanding of engineering and technology is desirable but not required.
• Knowledge of QS role is not required as full training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of AFPs for Altnet contracts.
• Support cost control processes, ensuring claims are correct.
• Assist with the preparation of final accounts and retentions.
• Support interim supplier account reconciliation.
• Act as an operational link to help progress work on site.
• Monitor, control, and prepare agreements on Altnet contracts.

Skills

Strong numeracy and analytical skills

Excellent attention to detail

Good relationship-building skills

Effective communication

Job description

Overview

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Start your Quantity Surveying career with Circet UK!

Full-Time | Reports to Senior QS | Field & Office-Based

Circet UK is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support our commercial team in managing contracts, costs, and supplier accounts for our telecoms and infrastructure projects. This role offers excellent development opportunities, full training, and exposure to a wide range of commercial activities across our Altnet contracts.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist with the preparation of AFPs for Altnet contracts
• Support cost control processes, ensuring subcontractor and direct labour claims are correct and allocated appropriately
• Assist with the preparation of final accounts and retentions
• Support interim supplier account reconciliation and liaise with subcontractors on interim accounts
• Act as an operational link to help progress work on site
• Assist with monitoring, control, preparation, and agreement of EWs and CEs on Altnet contracts

Provide general commercial support and support other team members as required

What You’ll Need

• Strong numeracy and analytical skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good relationship-building skills and effective communication, including telephone manner
• Basic understanding of engineering and technology - desirable but not required
• Enthusiasm to learn and develop in a commercial / QS environment
• Knowledge of QS role is not required as full training will be provided.

Why Join Circet UK?

• Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to diversity and creating a supportive environment for everyone.
• Career Progression: Access structured development programmes, mentoring, and funded training.
• Leadership Growth: We develop our own – your journey doesn’t stop at supervisor.
• Making an Impact: Get involved in CSR initiatives and give back to your community.

Great Benefits : Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, life assurance, Employee Assistance Programmes, and more.

We’re Committed to Inclusion

At Circet UK, we value talent, potential, and diversity across our workforce. We welcome all applications and strive to create an inclusive and empowering workplace for everyone.