Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Ossett; Hybrid; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

25 days annual leave

Bank & Public Holidays

Days in lieu

Private healthcare

Job summary

Time Recruitment Solutions Ltd is recruiting an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a growing specialist retail construction business delivering fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK. Based in Wakefield with office and site-based work, the role offers mentoring, training and clear progression opportunities.

Ideal for a recent graduate with post-graduate experience or someone with around three years in QS or commercial environment who wants exposure to major retail projects and

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• 1 year post-graduate experience or around 3 years in QS/commercial environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare detailed quotations.
• Liaise with clients to understand project requirements and develop quotations.
• Manage commercial reporting including CVRs.
• Assist with project management activities after award.
• Monitor project performance to ensure on-time delivery and within budget.
• Coordinate invoicing and purchase orders.
• Develop relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

MS Office proficiency

Quantity Surveying knowledge

Client liaison

Post-graduate experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

CVR reporting tools

Project management software

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Wakefield | Office & Site Based £33,000 - £40,000 + Benefits + Outstanding Career Development

Join a Growing Specialist Retail Construction Business

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a rapidly expanding business delivering major food retail fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK.

Working alongside an experienced commercial leadership team with a strong Tier 1 contractor background, this role offers exceptional mentoring, training and clear progression opportunities for someone looking to build a long-term career within a growing organisation.

This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate with some post-graduate experience or an individual with around three years' experience in a Quantity Surveying or commercial environment who wants exposure to major retail projects and increased responsibility.

About the Business

The company delivers specialist fit-out, refurbishment and M&E projects for major high street and food retail clients.

Projects typically involve:

• Retail fit-outs and refurbishments
• Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) works
• HVAC installations
• Refrigeration systems
• Food retail environments

With significant growth plans and a strong pipeline of secured work, there has never been a better time to join the business.

The Role

Supporting the Commercial and Project Delivery teams, you will be involved in the full project lifecycle from pricing and tendering through to project completion and commercial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Calculate and prepare detailed quotations.
• Liaise closely with clients to understand project requirements and develop commercially competitive quotations.
• Manage commercial reporting, including Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
• Assist with project management activities following contract award.
• Monitor project performance to ensure delivery on time and within budget.
• Coordinate job receipting and invoicing processes.
• Raise and manage purchase orders.
• Liaise with suppliers regarding materials, equipment availability and delivery schedules.
• Maintain internal project trackers and reporting systems.
• Support the commercial team with cost control and project financial management.
• Develop relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline, or equivalent qualification.
• Approximately 1 year of post-graduate experience, or
• Around 3 years' experience working within a Quantity Surveying or commercial environment.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

Desirable

• Experience within retail fit-out, refurbishment or construction projects.
• Exposure to M&E projects.
• Knowledge of HVAC and refrigeration installations.
• Experience working with major high street or food retailers.
• Understanding of commercial reporting and CVRs.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £33,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.
• Some flexibility available for exceptional candidates.
• Car allowance included within package.
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank and Public Holidays.
• Days in Lieu scheme.
• Company shutdown between Christmas and New Year (employees will reserve part of annual leave entitlement for this period).
• Private healthcare following successful completion of probation.
• Growing business with genuine opportunities for progression.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday
• 08:00am - 4:00pm
• 30-minute unpaid lunch break