Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Bigblue; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Work on landmark London projects

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

A leading fit-out contractor in London is looking for an entry-level Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their thriving team. You will assist in managing high-value fit-out projects, support procurement and budgeting, and build relationships across projects. The role offers excellent career development prospects within a dynamic industry.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a commercial/quantity surveying role within construction.
• Strong understanding of cost management, procurement, and contracts.
• Detail-oriented with good numerical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management of fit-out and refurbishment projects.
• Support the preparation of cost plans, tenders, and subcontractor procurement.
• Help monitor budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Skills

Commercial management

Cost management

Strong communication

Numerical and analytical skills

Job description

We’re working with a London-based fit-out contractor that has seen excellent growth in recent years, delivering high-quality CAT A & B office fit-outs and refurbishments ranging from £5m to £30m in value.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a thriving commercial team and gain exposure to major projects in the fast-paced fit-out sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management of CAT A & B fit-out and refurbishment projects (£5m – £30m)


• Support the preparation of cost plans, tenders, and subcontractor procurement


• Help monitor budgets, forecasting, and financial reporting


• Work closely with design, pre-construction, and site delivery teams


• Assist with managing subcontractor accounts, valuations, and final accounts


• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners

About You

• Experience working in a commercial/quantity surveying role within construction (fit-out experience desirable)


• Strong understanding of cost management, procurement, and contracts


• Detail-oriented, with good numerical and analytical skills


• Strong communicator with a proactive, solutions-driven approach


• Ambitious and keen to progress your career within a growing contractor

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work on landmark London office projects (£5m – £30m)


• Excellent career development and progression prospects within a high-growth contractor


• Join a collaborative, forward-thinking commercial team delivering design-led, high-quality office fit-outs

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting and Construction