Assistant Quantity Surveyor

OCU; Perth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

OCU is looking for a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This role involves supporting high-impact construction and utility projects across the UK, focusing on cost estimation, budgeting, and financial reporting, along with contract administration and project monitoring.

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field required.
• Internship or previous experience in similar role desirable.
• Strong understanding of cost control and procurement.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cost estimation, budgeting and financial reporting.
• Support tendering and procurement processes.
• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities for savings.

Skills

Cost control

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About The Role

Are you ready to kick-start or grow your career in quantity surveying? At OCU, we’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our dynamic team. You’ll support the delivery of high-impact construction and utility projects across the UK, helping us lead the way in energy transition and infrastructure innovation.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll work closely with senior quantity surveyors and project teams to:

• Assist in cost estimation, budgeting, and financial reporting.
• Support tendering and procurement processes.
• Help administer contracts, variations, and valuations.
• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities for savings.
• Measure and value completed works for interim and final payments.
• Contribute to risk management and mitigation strategies.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• A degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Internship or previous experience in a similar role (desirable).
• Strong understanding of cost control, contracts, and procurement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant software.
• Excellent numerical, analytical, and communication skills.
• A team player with a keen eye for detail and a proactive mindset.
  
  

What We Value

We value our commitment to each other, summed up in our five values, we all sign up to these… We care about safety. We lead with integrity. We strive to be better every day. We make a positive impact. We deliver to grow. We are one company united.

Our Aim & Vision at OCU

To be the UK's leading energy transition and utilities contractor.

We are committed to leading the way in utilities and energy transition contracting, our mission is to innovate and deliver sustainability. At OCU, our passion for addressing complex challenges brings new standards of growth in our people and capabilities.