Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Dandara; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Dandara is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Milton Keynes. This role involves budget control, project coordination, and collaboration with site management. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and strong analytical skills, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Discretionary Annual Bonus

33 days holiday

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Hero Digital Doctor

Competitive Parental Leave

3x Salary Life Assurance

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employer Matched Pension Scheme

Flexible Benefits

Qualifications

• Some experience in quantity surveying within residential housebuilding is desirable.
• Basic familiarity with construction contracts and building regulations.
• Ability to work independently and support multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist in project coordination and administration.
• Support preparation and negotiation of site budgets.
• Prepare monthly cost reports for cost control.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

COINS

Job description

At Dandara, we pride ourselves on creating and building beautiful, award-winning homes. For over 30 years, we've combined innovative design with the highest standards of quality, making us one of the UK’s most respected private housebuilders. We work closely with local communities to ensure our homes not only meet but enhance and complement their surroundings.

As part of our exciting expansion in the North Home Counties region, we’re looking for a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team. Reporting to the Commercial Director, you’ll support budget control for a mix of triple tenure sites, including Private, Affordable, and Build to Rent residential schemes across the North Home Counties.

If you’re eager to step up into an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

What You Will Do

1. Assist in general project coordination and administration.
2. Support the preparation and negotiation of initial site budgets.
3. Help with subcontract procurement, including obtaining risk assessments, method statements, and safety documentation from subcontractors.
4. Undertake site visits and inspections, coordinating with site management and subcontractors.
5. Assist in carrying out subcontract payments, variation claims, and final account settlements.
6. Liaise with other departments and external consultants regarding cost issues.
7. Support in issuing interim payment applications to RSL Partners.
8. Participate in sub-contract pre-order meetings and regular project review meetings.
9. Prepare monthly cost reports to ensure cost control throughout the development programme.
10. Provide continuous financial advice to the Site Management team.

What We Are Looking For

1. Experience: Some experience in quantity surveying within the residential housebuilding sector is desirable but not essential.
2. Qualifications: A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field is preferred.
3. Skills: Strong analytical and numerical skills, excellent communication, and attention to detail.
4. Knowledge: Basic familiarity with construction contracts, current building regulations, and industry standards.
5. Proactivity: Ability to work independently, prioritise tasks, and support multiple projects simultaneously.
6. Experience in COINS is a plus, and expertise in MS Word and Excel is essential.

Why join us

1. Growth Opportunities: We’re committed to your professional development, offering pathways for career progression and continuous learning.
2. Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic team where your contributions are truly valued.
3. Impactful Work: Be part of projects that make a lasting impact on communities and help shape the future of residential living.

What We Will Offer You

1. Salary: Competitive based on experience
2. Car Allowance
3. Discretionary Annual Bonus
4. 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
5. Private Medical Insurance
6. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
7. Health Hero Digital Doctor - 24/7 virtual help and appointments
8. Health Assured Wisdom App
9. Competitive Parental Leave
10. 3x Salary Life Assurance (with a paid option to increase to 4x)
11. Cycle to Work Scheme
12. Electric Vehicle Scheme (qualifying conditions)
13. Employer Matched Pension Scheme of up to 5%
14. Flexible Benefits including shopping vouchers, airport parking, and reduced gym membership

Important Note for Recruitment Agencies

Please do not send, by any means, unsolicited Resumes (i) in response to any of our roles, (ii) to any of our employees or any person engaged by us, or (iii) to any of our regional businesses, including our head office. Any unsolicited Resumes received by us shall be deemed to be our property. Any candidate submitted to us by an Agency via an unsolicited Resume shall be deemed to have been referred by that Agency free of commission, fee or any other charge (Fees). We are not liable for any Fees relating to the engagement of any person resulting from an unsolicited Resume and will not pay a Fee to any Agency that is not an Appointed Agency.