Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Bachy Soletanche; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading geotechnical contractor in the UK seeks an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team on a significant infrastructure project. This role involves hands-on experience across core QS disciplines such as cost management, procurement, and commercial reporting. Candidates should be studying for a BSc in Quantity Surveying and possess strong communication and teamwork skills. Opportunities for professional growth and numerous benefits including a discretionary annual bonus and enhanced sick pay are offered.

Benefits

Discretionary annual bonus

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Enhanced Sick Pay

Income Protection

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

25-days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Paid annual professional memberships

Volunteering days

Professional growth and development

Qualifications

• Completed or currently studying towards a BSc in Quantity Surveying.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A drive to achieve results and solve problems.

Responsibilities

• Measure, value and record work in line with procedures.
• Collate cost and value information.
• Prepare cost reconciliation statements.
• Work closely with subcontractors on measurement and agreements.
• Support the build-up of estimates from first principles.
• Interpret drawings and specifications to prepare Bills of Quantities.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

BSc in Quantity Surveying or equivalent experience

Job description

Help shape one of the UK’s most significant infrastructure projects. Join the Geotechnical Subcontract Alliance (GSA) at Sizewell C, a major national project that will help power the UK’s future. As part of the team preparing the ground for construction of a next‑generation nuclear power station, you’ll work within a collaborative alliance delivering complex geotechnical works—piling, diaphragm walling, soil mixing, grouting and more.

This is a rare opportunity to grow your commercial career on a once‑in‑a‑generation project that blends cutting‑edge engineering with meaningful environmental and national impact.

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you’ll support senior members of the commercial team while gaining hands‑on experience across all core QS disciplines. You’ll play a key role in cost management, procurement, valuation of works, and commercial reporting—contributing directly to the productivity and performance of the project.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial & Cost Management

• Measure, value and record work in line with procedures
• Collate cost and value information
• Prepare cost reconciliation statements
• Work closely with subcontractors on measurement and agreements

Procurement & Estimating

• Help specify procurement needs and manage supplier documentation
• Support the build‑up of estimates from first principles
• Interpret drawings and specifications to prepare Bills of Quantities

Project & Programme Support

• Review weekly and monthly programme updates
• Use our ERP system for reporting and commercial management

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Completed or currently studying towards a BSc in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent experience)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A drive to achieve results and solve problems

Desirable

• Previous commercial experience (placement, internship or full-time)
• Knowledge of civil engineering or construction industry practices

Why us?

When you join the world’s largest specialist geotechnical contractor, you’re part of an international community of over 10,000 experts, based in 31 countries around the world. You’ll have the opportunity to contribute to prestigious, ground‑breaking projects, using the very latest tools and technology to solve complex problems, constantly learn new skills and take your career in any direction.

Benefits

• Discretionary annual bonus (based on personal/project performance)
• Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme (min. 5% company contribution)
• Enhanced Sick Pay (after probation)
• Income Protection, Private Medical Insurance and Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 25‑days annual leave + Bank Holidays per year (increasing with service)
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Paid annual professional memberships
• Volunteering days
• Professional growth and development

Bachy Soletanche is committed to equal opportunities in employment with the aim of ensuring that everyone who applies to work for us receives fair treatment. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or belief and pregnancy/maternity.