Assistant Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic infrastructure team as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. You'll engage in all project stages, from cost planning to contract administration, gaining hands-on experience in a supportive environment. Ideal for those looking to grow in quantity surveying.

Benefits

Career progression and Chartership support

Flexible working

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Relevant degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or Construction required.
• Strong numeracy and attention to detail needed.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in preparing cost estimates and budgets.
• Supporting procurement and tendering processes.
• Monitoring project spend and ensuring commercial control.

Skills

Numeracy

Communication

Attention to Detail

Proactive Attitude

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

HNC/HND in Construction

Job description

Job Description

Looking to take your first or next step in quantity surveying? Join a dynamic, growing infrastructure team delivering key civil engineering projects across the UK.

We're on the hunt for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor who's ready to get stuck into all stages of the project life cycle. From cost planning and tender analysis to contract administration and final account preparation, you'll be fully involved - not just stuck behind a desk. This role offers a real mix of office and site-based work, giving you a well-rounded foundation in infrastructure surveying. You'll be learning directly from experienced professionals who'll support your development every step of the way.

What you'll be doing:

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  Assisting in preparing accurate cost estimates, budgets, and cash flow forecasts

  
  




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  Supporting procurement and tendering processes for subcontractors and suppliers

  
  




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  Monitoring project spend and ensuring commercial control throughout the job

  
  




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  Liaising with clients, contractors, and internal teams to maintain smooth delivery

  
  




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  Helping manage contract variations, valuations, and risk assessments

  
  




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  Preparing monthly commercial reports and supporting final account negotiations

  
  

Why join us?

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  Be part of a respected and forward-thinking business

  
  




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  Work on nationally significant infrastructure projects

  
  




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  Clear career progression, Chartership and APC support, and continual training

  
  




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  Flexible working and a supportive, down-to-earth team culture

  
  

What we're looking for:

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  A relevant degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or Construction

  
  




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  Strong numeracy and attention to detail

  
  




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  Excellent communication skills - written and verbal

  
  




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  A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take responsibility

  
  




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  Knowledge of NEC contracts

  
  

Please apply if this sounds of interest!

Aldwych Consulting values and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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