Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Fetch Recruit; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Portfolio of trophy projects

Mentorship and progression path

Chelsea office

Job summary

Fetch Recruit is assisting a leading prime residential contractor based in Chelsea, London, to hire an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. You will support a Commercial Manager, manage high-value packages, and gain exposure to bespoke refurbishments of Grade I & II listed buildings with project values up to £15M+.

The role requires 12 months+ experience with a main contractor or developer, excellent English communication, and ambition to pursue APC/RICS.

Qualifications

• 12 months+ experience with a main contractor or developer.
• Exceptional verbal and written English due to client-facing nature.
• Ambition to pursue APC/RICS or further professional development.
• Local knowledge: based within a reasonable commute of West London/Chelsea.

Responsibilities

• Package management for high-value specialist packages.
• Procurement: negotiating with niche suppliers.
• Commercial support: valuations, variations, cost reporting.
• Contract administration: exposure to JCT forms of contract.

Skills

Commercial awareness

English communication

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor | Prime Residential Contractor

Location: Chelsea, London

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + Package (Dependent on Experience)

Role Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

Are you a junior commercial professional looking to move away from general contracting and into the world of ultra prime construction?

We are representing a leading high-end residential contractor based in Chelsea who are synonymous with luxury. They specialize in the refurbishment of Grade I & II listed buildings and the construction of bespoke super-prime residences with project values reaching £15M+.

They are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who possesses a sharp commercial mind and the "high-end" eye for detail required for luxury finishes.

The Role

Working directly under a Commercial Manager, you will be mentored through the nuances of bespoke contracting. This isn't just about moving numbers on a spreadsheet; it's about managing artisan sub-contractors and sourcing specialist materials.

Your focus will include:

• Package Management: Handling high-value specialist packages (bespoke joinery, stone, home automation).
• Procurement: Negotiating with a niche supply chain.
• Commercial Support: Assisting with valuations, variations, and cost reporting.
• Contract Admin: Exposure to JCT forms of contract.

The Candidate

• Experience: Ideally 12 months+ experience with a main contractor or developer (though high-caliber Graduates with a strong placement year will be considered).
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written English is non-negotiable given the client-facing nature of the role.
• Ambition: You should be eager to work toward your APC/RICS or further professional development.
• Local Knowledge: Ideally based within a reasonable commute of West London/Chelsea.

What's in it for you?

• A chance to build a portfolio of "trophy" projects in the most exclusive postcodes in the world.
• Direct mentorship and a clear progression path to QS level within 18-24 months.
• A professional, sophisticated office environment in the heart of Chelsea