Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Bennett And Game Recruitment; Ospringe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

31 days leave incl. BH/Christmas

Pension

MRICS APC support

Structured technical training

Team lunches & social events

Job summary

Bennett And Game Recruitment is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor/Graduate Quantity Surveyor for our Faversham office in Kent. This role offers hands-on experience across healthcare, education, and local government sectors, with mentoring towards MRICS APC.

You will work with senior surveyors on measurements, estimates, Bills of Quantities, tenders, and contract documentation, with a clear path toward chartered status and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have or be completing a Quantity Surveying or RICS-accredited degree.
• Graduate or assistant level with consultancy exposure welcomed.
• Strong communication and organization skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Undertake measurement and quantification of construction works.
• Research and build construction rates.
• Prepare estimates and Elemental Cost Plans.
• Prepare Bills of Quantities and pricing documents.
• Assist with value engineering and option appraisals.
• Prepare tender documentation and analyse contractor tenders.
• Prepare and collate contract documentation.
• Attend client, design-team, and site meetings with senior team members.
• Prepare meeting records, project correspondence, and financial reports.
• Assess interim valuations and support final accounts.

Skills

Measurement & quantification

Cost planning

Tender analysis

Communication skills

Education

Quantity Surveying degree (RICS-accredited)

Job description

Position: Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Graduate Quantity SurveyorLocation: Faversham, KentSalary: £26,000 - £40,000 DOE

We are representing an independently owned, Director-led construction consultancy, who due to continued growth are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join them in their Faversham office. Graduates looking to take their first step into the industry are also strongly encouraged to apply.

Working alongside experienced Surveyors and Directors, you will gain hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle within sectors like healthcare, education, and local government, while receiving structured mentoring towards your RICS APC.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Graduate Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £26,000 - £40,000 DOE (depending on experience/qualification level)
• 31 days' annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays and Christmas shutdown)
• Flexible start and finish times
• Workplace pension
• Professional membership fees covered
• Structured technical training and APC support towards MRICS
• Regular career and development reviews
• Modern open-plan office with gym, pool table, and breakout areas
• Free on-site parking
• Regular team lunches, social events, and whole-team development days

Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Graduate Job Overview

• Undertake measurement and quantification of construction works
• Research and build construction rates
• Prepare estimates and Elemental Cost Plans
• Prepare Bills of Quantities and pricing documents
• Assist with value engineering and option appraisals
• Prepare tender documentation and analyze contractor tenders
• Prepare and collate contract documentation
• Accompany senior team members at client, design-team, and site meetings
• Prepare meeting records, project correspondence, and financial reports
• Assess interim valuations, quantify/value variations, and support final accounts

Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Graduate Requirements

• Completed, or completing, a Quantity Surveying or RICS-accredited degree
• Suitable for recent Graduates OR Assistant Quantity Surveyors with prior consultancy experience
• Genuine desire to build a long-term career in Quantity Surveying and achieve Chartered status
• Curious, organized, and proactive mindset
• Strong communication skills with a collaborative approach