Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Vistry Group PLC; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, where you will play a key role in the commercial delivery of residential development schemes. This exciting position involves supporting the Surveying department with cost management from procurement to final accounts. You will work collaboratively with a dedicated team, ensuring projects meet budgetary and compliance standards while adhering to the highest safety protocols. With a commitment to sustainability and community development, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Company car or travel allowance

Up to 33 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance at 4x salary

Employee rewards portal

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role within a main contractor or developer.
• Understanding of building regulations and legal obligations.

Responsibilities

• Participating in site meetings and assisting with tender packages.
• Managing site budgets, variations, and valuations.
• Ensuring health and safety policies are followed.

Skills

Mathematical Skills

IT Skills (Excel)

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

HNC / Degree in Quantity Surveying

HND or Degree in Construction

Job description

Role Overview

In a Nutshell…

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry Bristol, at our Clifton office. As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will report to the Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor and assist in the commercial delivery of residential development schemes. Your role involves supporting the Surveying department with cost management from procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role within a main contractor or developer in the region.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance, or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• 2 volunteering days per year
• Private medical insurance (employee paid)
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme via salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4x your salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Access to employee rewards portal and more benefits

What we expect from you...

• Alignment with company values: Integrity, Caring, and Quality
• HNC / Degree in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management or equivalent
• Understanding of building regulations and legal obligations
• Knowledge of construction methods and materials
• Strong mathematical and IT skills, especially Excel
• Understanding of measurement rules and budget management
• Negotiation, networking, and communication skills
• Ability to work under pressure, attention to detail, and teamwork
• Willingness to work extra hours when needed

Desirable qualifications...

• HND or Degree in Construction
• Membership or working towards membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g., CIOB, CIPS)

Role responsibilities include...

• Participating in site meetings and assisting with tender packages
• Analyzing tenders and assisting with subcontractor orders
• Monitoring subcontractor performance and compliance
• Managing site budgets, variations, and valuations
• Processing invoices and payment applications
• Supporting final account preparations and project administration
• Ensuring health and safety policies are followed

About us

We build more than homes; we’re making Vistry. Our ethos is rooted in doing the right thing, with values of integrity, caring, and quality. We develop sustainable communities across various housing sectors, working in a partnership-led approach with renowned brands like Bovis Homes, Linden Homes, and Countryside Homes. We are committed to sustainability, customer satisfaction, and being an award-winning employer.

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