Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A Manchester-based main contractor is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor/Estimator to join their Small Works Division. The role involves supporting maintenance and repairs while working closely with a Senior QS and Estimator. Competitive salary and career progression opportunities offered in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Supportive, close-knit team environment

Exposure to public sector clients

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in similar QS/Estimator role within maintenance or small works.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing, joinery, electrics.
• Proficiency with estimating/invoicing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support pre- and post-contract functions for reactive maintenance.
• Produce estimates for small-scale works in response to requests and tenders.
• Prepare and maintain Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) for ongoing schemes.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Cost tracking

Building works knowledge

Tools

Eque2 Construction Manager

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Client:

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd

Location:

Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Location: Manchester

Sector: Maintenance & Repairs | NHS & Local Authority Frameworks

About Us

We are a Manchester-based SME main contractor with a strong presence across public sector frameworks, including long-standing relationships with the NHS and Local Councils. Our Small Works Division delivers responsive maintenance and repair schemes, including minor works contracts and reactive/emergency callouts.

The Role

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Estimator to join our Small Works Division. You'll support both pre- and post-contract functions, working across reactive maintenance, small tenders, and occasional support to the main construction team.

You will work with a Senior QS and an Estimator and then given the option to develop into either role.

Key Responsibilities

Software & Commercial Management

Use Eque2 Construction Manager to process job invoicing, build-up valuations, and manage job cost data.

Retrospectively price responsive repair works using knowledge of trade pricing across plumbing, joinery, electrical, and other general building services.

Produce estimates for small-scale works (£100-£350) in response to reactive requests and mini tenders.

Assist in the preparation and submission of formal tenders for minor works projects.

Cost Control & CVRs

Prepare and maintain Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) for ongoing schemes.

Monitor and manage project budgets and cost tracking.

Procurement & Subcontract Management

Request and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors.

Raise and issue Purchase Orders (POs) and manage procurement logs.

Cross-reference supplier and subcontractor invoices with POs before authorizing for payment.

Project Support (Optional / Rotational)

Provide QS services on one project at a time on the construction side of the business.

Assist with contract administration under JCT and NEC contracts, variations, valuations, and reporting.

Requirements

Experience in a similar QS/Estimator role within maintenance, small works, or main contracting.

Strong knowledge of common trades (plumbing, joinery, electrics, general building works).

Commercial acumen with experience in CVRs, cost tracking, and invoicing.

Proficiency with Eque2 Construction Manager or similar estimating/invoicing platforms is highly desirable.

Familiarity with public sector frameworks and responsive repair models is a plus.

Knowledge of JCT and/or NEC contracts is advantageous.

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience between £26,000 - £30,000

Supportive, close-knit team environment

Exposure to public sector clients and varied workstreams

Career progression opportunities within the business