Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Havant; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring from Senior QS

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD are seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for their Havant office. Salary £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience; a permanent, full-time role within a growing commercial team dedicated to surfacing and civil engineering projects.

You will support the Senior Quantity Surveyor across cost estimates, valuations and final accounts, while developing commercial knowledge on residential, private driveway and public works within a 100-mile radius of Havant.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role within construction.
• Exposure to surfacing, highways or civil engineering projects is advantageous.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Quantity Surveyor with commercial management of surfacing and civil projects.
• Support quotations, tenders and cost estimates for new and existing projects.
• Assist with valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and procurement of materials and subcontractors.
• Attend site visits and liaise with site teams and clients.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Driving licence

Education

Quantity Surveying degree

Construction Management degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Havant

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000

Our client, an established surfacing and civil engineering contractor based in Havant, is currently seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team.

The company specialises in surfacing works across residential developments, private driveways and commercial projects, operating predominantly within a 100-mile radius of Havant. They have an established reputation within the sector and undertake a varied portfolio of works for developers, commercial clients and private customers.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Junior or Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career within a supportive environment. The successful candidate will work closely with an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor, gaining exposure to a variety of projects and developing their commercial and contractual knowledge.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £35,000-£40,000, dependent on experience.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Opportunity to work on a varied range of residential, commercial and surfacing projects.
• Direct support and mentoring from an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor.
• Excellent opportunity for career development and progression.
• Additional company benefits to be confirmed.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Job Overview

• Assist the Senior Quantity Surveyor with the commercial management of surfacing and civil engineering projects.
• Support the preparation of quotations, tenders and cost estimates for new and existing projects.
• Assist with project valuations, applications for payment and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs, expenditure and budgets to help maintain commercial performance.
• Support the procurement of materials, plant and subcontractor services.
• Assist with subcontractor enquiries, quotations and payment assessments.
• Identify and record variations and additional works.
• Liaise with site teams to monitor project progress and identify commercial issues.
• Maintain accurate commercial records, cost reports and project documentation.
• Attend site visits and meetings as required.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Job Requirements

• Previous experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Junior Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role within construction.
• Ideally some exposure to surfacing, highways, groundworks, civil engineering projects.
• Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline would be advantageous.
• Good numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with site teams, subcontractors and clients.
• Competent using Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications.
• Commercial awareness and a willingness to develop knowledge of construction contracts and cost management.
• Proactive attitude, with a willingness to learn and take on additional responsibilities.
• Full UK driving licence.