Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Reinforced Recruitment LTD; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension

Annual leave

Career progression

Job summary

Reinforced Recruitment LTD is hiring an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support new build residential and social housing projects in Hounslow and Putney. You will assist with procurement, subcontract orders, measurements, valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts.

The role involves coordinating with site teams to keep projects on track, plus travel between Hounslow and Putney sites. A relevant QS qualification or progress towards one is expected; main contractor experience is

Qualifications

• Experience working for a main contractor on new build residential or social housing projects is essential.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor is required.
• A relevant qualification, or currently working towards one is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with subcontractor procurement, tender enquiries and comparisons.
• Support the preparation of subcontract orders and contracts.
• Carry out measurements and assist with valuations and payments.
• Assess variations and maintain accurate commercial records.
• Support cost reporting, forecasting and budget monitoring.
• Assist with subcontractor final accounts.
• Work closely with site teams and subcontractors to keep projects commercially on track.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Proactive communication

Education

Quantity surveying qualification

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - New Build Residential

Location: Hounslow & Putney

Salary: £35,000-£45,000 + car allowance + benefits

An opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join an established main contractor delivering new build residential and social housing projects across South West London.

Working alongside the commercial team, you'll support the financial management of projects from procurement through to final accounts, gaining practical experience across the full project lifecycle.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist with subcontractor procurement, tender enquiries and comparisons.
• Support the preparation of subcontract orders and contracts.
• Carry out measurements and assist with valuations and payments.
• Assess variations and maintain accurate commercial records.
• Support cost reporting, forecasting and budget monitoring.
• Assist with subcontractor final accounts.
• Work closely with site teams and subcontractors to keep projects commercially on track.

What we're looking for:

• Experience working for a main contractor on new build residential or new build social housing projects is essential.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor.
• A relevant qualification, or currently working towards one.
• Good commercial awareness, organisation and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach and confidence communicating with project teams.
• Ability to travel between projects in Hounslow and Putney.

What's on offer:

• £35,000-£45,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Car allowance.
• Pension and annual leave.
• Support with professional development and career progression.