Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Bimplus; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Major residential D&B projects

High project values £5m–£100m

Career progression

Exposure to commercial & PM

Training & development

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

Bimplus is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager for its Manchester residential delivery team. The role blends commercial and operational duties across D&B projects, focusing on budgets, procurement, and CVRs.

The ideal candidate will have residential experience, strong numeracy and communication skills, and a proactive attitude to grow within a growing contractor. This is an on-site role with a clear path to progression.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within residential construction.
• Experience within either Quantity Surveying, Project Management, or a combination of both.
• Exposure to Design & Build projects would be advantageous.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction processes.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good IT and Microsoft Excel skills.
• A proactive attitude and desire to develop within the business.
• Relevant construction or Quantity Surveying qualification would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the commercial and project management teams across residential D&B projects.
• Assisting with project budgets, cost control, valuations, and forecasting.
• Supporting subcontract procurement and supply chain management.
• Assisting with the preparation of CVRs and commercial reports.
• Monitoring project progress against programme and budget.
• Supporting the management of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Working closely with site and project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Assisting with variations, valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts.
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Supporting the Project Manager and Senior QS throughout the project lifecycle.
• Building strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.

Skills

Residential construction

QS experience

Project management

Design & Build exposure

Commercial awareness

Numerical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Education

QS qualification

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager – Residential

Location – Manchester

About the Company

Our client is an established residential construction contractor specialising in the delivery of high-quality Design & Build projects. The business has developed a strong reputation for delivering residential developments with a focus on quality, programme, commercial control, and client satisfaction.

With an expanding portfolio of residential projects ranging from £5m to £100m, the business is now looking to strengthen its commercial and project delivery team with an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Project Manager.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant QS / Project Manager looking to develop their career across both the commercial and operational sides of residential construction.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the commercial and project management teams across residential D&B projects
• Assisting with project budgets, cost control, valuations, and forecasting
• Supporting subcontract procurement and supply chain management
• Assisting with the preparation of CVRs and commercial reports
• Monitoring project progress against programme and budget
• Supporting the management of subcontractors and suppliers
• Working closely with site and project teams to ensure successful project delivery
• Assisting with variations, valuations, applications for payment, and final accounts
• Reviewing drawings, specifications, and project documentation
• Supporting the Project Manager and Senior QS throughout the project lifecycle
• Building strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers

The Ideal Candidate

The successful Assistant QS / Project Manager will have:

• Previous experience within residential construction
• Experience within either Quantity Surveying, Project Management, or a combination of both
• Exposure to Design & Build projects would be advantageous
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction processes
• Good numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good IT and Microsoft Excel skills
• A proactive attitude and desire to develop within the business
• Relevant construction or Quantity Surveying qualification would be advantageous

What's on Offer

• Excellent benefits package
• Opportunity to work on major residential D&B projects
• Project values ranging from £5m – £100m
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Exposure to both commercial and project management functions
• Professional development and training
• Long-term opportunity within a growing residential contractor