Assistant Quantity Surveyor

JR United Kingdom; Guildford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run contractor in Surrey is seeking an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team. This role offers excellent exposure to live projects and career progression within a supportive environment. Responsibilities include budget monitoring, client communication, and site visits. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and strong IT skills. A competitive salary is offered along with additional benefits.

Benefits

Private medical cover (after qualifying period)

Life assurance (4x salary)

Health cash plan

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in surveying or construction management is desirable.
• Knowledge of JCT contracts is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare applications for payment and track client notices.
• Assist with budgets, cost monitoring, and monthly reporting.
• Support subcontract procurement, payments, and final accounts.
• Carry out site visits to monitor progress and record variations.
• Develop strong working relationships with clients and colleagues.

Skills

Strong IT skills

Budget monitoring

Client relationship management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

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Location: Surrey (Office-Based with Site Visits)

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

We are working with a family-run contractor in Surrey who are looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team.

This role offers excellent hands-on exposure to live projects while working closely with the Commercial Manager, giving you the opportunity to build your skills and progress your career within a supportive environment.

The Role:

• Prepare applications for payment and track client notices
• Assist with budgets, cost monitoring, and monthly reporting
• Support subcontract procurement, payments, and final accounts
• Help manage variations, delays, and contractual matters
• Carry out site visits to monitor progress, record variations, and liaise with project teams
• Develop strong working relationships with clients, consultants, and colleagues

About You:

• Degree (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Previous experience in surveying or construction management (desirable)
• Knowledge of JCT contracts (advantageous)
• Strong IT skills, particularly Excel
• Full UK driving licence
• Must have the right to work in the UK

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Private medical cover (after qualifying period)
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Health cash plan
• Training, development, and clear progression routes
• Supportive, family-run business culture

This is a brilliant opportunity for an ambitious Assistant QS to grow their career with a business that invests in its people.