Assistant Quantity Surveyor

ZipRecruiter; Leiston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering and construction company in Leiston is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support their commercial team on major infrastructure projects. This role offers a great opportunity for early-career professionals to gain hands-on experience in a high-profile UK project, with possibilities for guidance and progression in an experienced team.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years’ experience in a QS role, ideally on civil or infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Support tendering and cost planning activities.
• Prepare and process interim payments and variations.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and support dispute resolution.
• Assist with final account settlements and contract compliance.
• Carry out quantity take-offs and maintain cost records.

Skills

Cost control understanding

Subcontractor management

Cost forecasting

Education

Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Leiston

We’re working with an international engineering and construction firm involved in major infrastructure projects. They’re currently delivering key works at Sizewell C, and looking to hire an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team on this landmark project.

You’ll work closely with cost control, engineering, and commercial teams to support the financial and contractual delivery of the project. This includes assisting with procurement, valuations, payment applications, subcontractor management, and cost forecasting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support tendering and cost planning activities
• Prepare and process interim payments and variations
• Monitor subcontractor performance and support dispute resolution
• Assist with final account settlements and contract compliance
• Carry out quantity take-offs and maintain cost records

What They’re Looking For

• Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying or similar
• 1 - 3 years’ experience in a QS role, ideally on civil or infrastructure projects

This is a great opportunity for someone early in their QS career to gain hands-on experience on a high-profile UK project, with guidance and progression available within an experienced team.

Apply now to learn more.