Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Maxim Recruitment; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy based in Loughborough is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support project delivery. The role offers exposure to both commercial and residential projects, emphasizing the need for strong communication skills and a professional attitude. Ideal candidates will possess a formal qualification in Quantity Surveying and some experience assisting in project tasks.

Benefits

Pension

Discretionary Bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in a junior Quantity Surveying role with couple of years assisting project operations.
• Prior exposure to both pre and post contract duties is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Report to the Director and support pre and post contract duties.
• Handle cost planning, tender preparation, and contract administration.

Skills

Communication

Professional attitude

Education

Formal qualification in Quantity Surveying

Job description

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Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Loughborough

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Client:

Maxim Recruitment

Location:

Loughborough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

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Job Description:

The client works on a variety of projects on behalf client organisations and contractors. They provide QS and PM consultancy services to clients nationwide.

The bulk of their projects are local to the Leicester and East Midlands region. However, on occasions they will have projects in other parts of the country.

Typically, their project focus is on projects within the built environment. For example, commercial, residential, industrial and healthcare sector projects.

Responsibilities and Duties

You will report directly into to Director of the business and support them in delivering pre and post contract duties on behalf of their client(s). Within the role you will get exposure to traditional quantity surveying, contract administration and acting as the employers agent.

Typical duties will include:

• Cost Planning
• Tender preparation and evaluation
• Contract Administration
• Cost reporting
• Schedules of work

Desired Skills and Experience

• Must have enough experience in a junior Quantity Surveying role and have a couple of years of experience assisting the day-to-day running of a small number of projects
• Ideally candidates will have had exposure to both pre and post contract duties within their previous role(s)
• Previous experience of working for a consultancy is desired. However Quantity Surveyors from a contracting background may also be considered. It would help if you have had some pre contract experience if coming from a contractor background.
• Prior experience of operating in an Employers Agent and/or Contract Administrators role would be advantageous, but is not essential
• Professional attitude
• Strong communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively and positively with clients

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

• A formal qualification in Quantity Surveying or working towards such a qualification is desired

Employing Company Overview and Profile

The hiring company is a small but established Chartered consultancy offering QS and PM consultancy services to its clients. Due to a sustained increase in work, the business is looking to expand their team and bring on an additional Quantity Surveyor.

Their office is based in Loughborough, Leicestershire. However whilst Covid restrictions are in place, you can expect to be home based.

Being a smaller business, you will report directly into the directors and join team of highly professional Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers. You will play an integral part in the businesses growth plans and gain exposure to a variety of clients and projects.

Additional Benefits Package and Incentives

£25k - £30k basic salary
+Pension
+Discretionary Bonus