Assistant Quantity Surveyor

A.D.S Construction Personnel Ltd; Kings Langley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction consultancy in Hemel Hempstead seeks an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to learn and contribute to real projects. The role offers hands-on experience with cost planning, supporting senior staff, and preparing commercial documentation. Ideal candidates are pursuing or have a degree in Quantity Surveying, possess strong numerical skills, and are eager to learn. Enjoy a supportive team environment and opportunities for progression within this established company.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Support and mentoring from experienced professionals

Opportunities to progress

Friendly team environment

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar, or currently working towards one.
• 1+ years experience in Quantity Surveying.
• Numerical skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Willingness to learn and seek guidance.
• Reliability as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cost plans, estimates, and commercial reports.
• Support senior QS on live projects.
• Prepare valuations and contract documents.
• Manage subcontractor accounts and procurement.
• Attend project meetings and contribute to commercial tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Numerical proficiency

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Hemel Hempstead

A solid opportunity to learn, grow, and get real project experience

We’re looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a small, supportive construction consultancy in Hemel Hempstead. If you want hands‑on experience, clear guidance, and the chance to work on a mix of real projects rather than sitting on the sidelines, this role will suit you well.

About the Company

This consultancy specialises in commercial management and quantity surveying services across a range of sectors, including residential, commercial, healthcare, and education. The team is small enough that everyone knows each other and works closely, but established enough to offer stability and a steady pipeline of work.

They focus on practical, reliable commercial support for clients — no unnecessary jargon, no over‑complication. Professional work delivered by people who take pride in what they do. If you like an environment where you can ask questions, get proper guidance, and actually see the impact of your work, you’ll fit in well here.

What the job involves

• Helping with cost plans, estimates, and commercial reports
• Supporting senior QS staff on live projects
• Preparing valuations, variations, and contract documents
• Assisting with subcontractor accounts and procurement
• Attending project meetings and contributing to day‑to‑day commercial tasks

What we’re looking for

• A degree (or working towards one) in Quantity Surveying or similar
• 1 years plus experience in Quantity Surveying
• Good with numbers and detail
• Willing to learn and ask questions
• Clear communicator and reliable team member
• Some industry experience is helpful but not essential

What you’ll get

• Proper support and mentoring from experienced QS professionals
• Exposure to a range of sectors and project types
• A friendly, down‑to‑earth team
• Opportunities to progress as the business grows
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Easy‑to‑reach Hemel Hempstead office

Interested?

If you want a role where you can actually develop your skills and be part of a team that values straightforward, honest work, we’d like to hear from you