Assistant Quantity Surveyor

MACMORAN RECRUITMENT Limited; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Liverpool is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support Senior QSs on various residential and mixed-use projects. The role involves cost management, assisting with procurement, preparing reports, and monitoring progress. Ideal candidates will have experience or be studying Quantity Surveying, possess excellent communication skills, and show eagerness to learn. This position offers a competitive salary and the chance for professional development into a Project QS role.

Benefits

Supportive culture with progression routes

Opportunity for professional development

Strong project pipeline

Qualifications

• Experience as a Trainee or Assistant Quantity Surveyor preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and commercial principles required.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cost management, measurements, and valuations.
• Support subcontract procurement and commercial administration.
• Prepare cost reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Monitor project progress with site and design teams.
• Assist senior staff with pre-construction documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Understanding of construction processes

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or working toward it

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Liverpool

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 + package

Developer / Contractor – Residential & Mixed‑Use Projects

The Role

You will work closely with Senior QSs and Commercial Managers across a range of pre‑construction and live projects, gaining hands‑on experience across the full commercial lifecycle. The company has a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming developments, giving you exposure to residential, mixed‑use and regeneration schemes throughout the North West.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with cost management, measurements, and valuations
• Supporting subcontract procurement and commercial administration
• Preparing cost reports, budgets, and forecasts
• Working with the site and design teams to monitor project progress
• Assisting senior commercial staff with pre‑construction documentation and tender activity
• Ensuring accurate record‑keeping and commercial compliance

Requirements

• Experience as a Trainee or Assistant Quantity Surveyor (contractor or developer background)
• Strong understanding of construction processes and commercial principles
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• Keen to learn, progress, and take on greater responsibility
• Degree in Quantity Surveying or working toward it (preferred)

What’s on Offer

• £35,000 - £45,000 depending on experience
• Supportive, family‑orientated culture with genuine progression routes
• Opportunity to develop into a Project QS role
• Strong pipeline of long‑term, high‑quality projects
• Professional development and RICS support

If you are intersted in this role please apply now