Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Premises Recruitment Ltd; Gatwick; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Premises Recruitment Ltd seeks an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team on specialist interiors projects across commercial and residential sectors. You will assist with procurement, valuations, variations, cost monitoring and final accounts, working with Senior QS and Project Managers.

Ideal candidates have prior Assistant/ Trainee QS experience, exposure to specialist subcontractors such as drylining or interiors, and a good grasp of contracts and commercial processes.

Qualifications

• Strong numerical, organisational and communication skills required.
• Experience in construction industry beneficial.
• Proactive and eager to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Assist with commercial management of specialist subcontract packages.
• Prepare valuations and payment applications.
• Assist with variations and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and expenditure.
• Support subcontractor procurement and account management.
• Review subcontractor applications and payments.
• Maintain commercial records and reports.

Skills

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

QS qualification in progress

Tools

Excel

MS Office

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Specialist Interiors

Location: Gatwick, Surrey

The Opportunity

We are working with an established specialist interiors contractor who is looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team.

Operating across the commercial and residential sectors, the business delivers a range of specialist packages including drylining, partitioning, suspended ceilings, screeding, SFS and fire protection.

Working alongside experienced members of the commercial team, this is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their experience, take on greater responsibility and progress their career within a supportive and growing business.

The Role

You will assist with the commercial management of projects from procurement through to final account, working closely with Senior Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers and the wider delivery team.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the commercial management of specialist subcontract packages.
• Preparing and submitting valuations and payment applications.
• Assisting with the preparation and agreement of variations.
• Monitoring project costs, budgets and expenditure.
• Assisting with subcontractor procurement and account management.
• Reviewing subcontractor applications and payments.
• Helping maintain accurate commercial records and reports.
• Supporting the preparation of final accounts.
• Liaising with site teams, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience working as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee Quantity Surveyor within the construction industry.
• Ideally, some exposure to a specialist subcontractor environment, such as drylining, interiors or fit-out.
• A good understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes.
• Strong numerical, organisational and communication skills.
• Competent with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop.
• Degree qualified or working towards a relevant Quantity Surveying qualification would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• The opportunity to join an established and growing specialist contractor.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of commercial and residential projects.
• Support and development from an experienced commercial team.
• Genuine opportunities for career progression.
• A collaborative working environment where you can build your commercial experience.