Assistant Quantity Surveyor

We Build Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of construction projects, especially in joinery and interior fit-out works. The role involves assisting with cost control, procurement, and subcontractor management. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in joinery or bespoke interior works and strong analytical skills for managing project budgets and valuations. Excellent opportunity to develop your career in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee QS within construction.
• Proven experience or strong background in joinery, carpentry or interior fit-out works.
• Good understanding of construction drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and management of project budgets and cost plans.
• Support the procurement of joinery packages and materials.
• Measure and value joinery works from drawings and site records.

Skills

Joinery experience

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Role Overview

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support the commercial management of construction projects with a strong emphasis on joinery and interior fit-out works. The role involves assisting with cost control, procurement, valuations and subcontractor management, ensuring projects are delivered commercially in line with contractual and company requirements. Previous hands-on or commercial experience within joinery or bespoke interior works is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and management of project budgets, cost plans and forecasts
• Support the procurement of joinery packages, materials and subcontractors
• Measure and value joinery works from drawings, schedules and site records
• Assist with the preparation and submission of interim valuations and final accounts
• Monitor variations, change control and associated cost impacts, particularly relating to joinery and fit-out scopes
• Support the preparation of subcontractor payment applications and cost reconciliation
• Liaise with site teams, designers, suppliers and subcontractors to ensure commercial alignment
• Assist in identifying cost risks and value engineering opportunities within joinery packages
• Maintain accurate records and reporting in line with company procedures

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee QS within construction
• Proven experience or strong background in joinery, carpentry or interior fit-out works
• Good understanding of construction drawings, specifications and joinery details
• Basic knowledge of standard forms of contract (e.g. JCT)
• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and general commercial software
• Good communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with site and commercial teams

Qualifications

• Degree or working towards a degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or similar (preferred but not essential)
• Trade background or technical qualification in joinery/carpentry considered an advantage