Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Maxim Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A cost management consultancy in London is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support residential and commercial developments. In this role, you'll assist with cost planning, procurement activities, valuations, and liaise with clients and contractors. The ideal candidate will have a background in quantity surveying, strong analytical skills, and a degree in a relevant field. The company offers a competitive salary between £35,000 and £50,000, along with opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Developing a career in quantity surveying or cost consulting.
• Understanding of procurement routes and construction contracts.
• Working towards MRICS or equivalent professional accreditation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with preparation of cost plans and budgets.
• Supporting procurement activities and tender documentation.
• Preparing valuations and monitoring variations.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Good communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or Cost Management

Job description

An established cost management consultancy is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join its growing London team.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands‑on experience delivering residential and commercial developments while progressing a career in quantity surveying and cost management within a supportive consultancy environment.

In this Assistant Quantity Surveyor job in London, you will support the cost management delivery of multiple residential and commercial developments in Central London.

Projects typically include high‑value residential schemes and commercial buildings, with the role contributing to successful project delivery from early cost planning through to final account.

Responsibilities and Duties

This role will support senior quantity surveyors and cost managers across a range of project stages and responsibilities, including:

• Assisting with the preparation of cost plans, budgets and detailed cost estimates
• Supporting procurement activities, tender documentation and tender analysis
• Assisting with contract administration duties across pre‑and post‑contract stages
• Preparing valuations, monitoring variations and contributing to cost reports
• Assisting with progress reporting and financial control of live projects
• Liaising with clients, contractors and external consultants as required
• Supporting risk management processes and value engineering exercises

Desired Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will be developing a career in quantity surveying or cost consulting and will ideally demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience in a cost consultancy or construction‑related environment
• Exposure to residential and commercial construction projects
• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills
• Understanding of procurement routes and construction contracts
• Professional attitude with a clear ambition to progress within quantity surveying
• Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management or a closely related discipline
• Working towards MRICS or equivalent professional accreditation is desirable

Employing Company Overview and Profile

Maxim Recruitment is acting as a recruitment consultancy on behalf of its client, a well‑regulated cost management and construction consultancy with a strong presence in the London construction market.

The business provides a full range of cost consulting and project‑related services across residential and commercial sectors, working with private and public sector clients. The consultancy is known for supporting career development, professional training and long‑term progression within quantity surveying and cost management disciplines.

A full client overview will be given to shortlisted candidates.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

Salary in the range of £35,000 to £50,000 per annum, depending on experience

Hugh Duffield is our specialist consultant managing this position

0116 473 5358
(Office hours 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday)

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