Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Carrington West; Rochester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Rochester. This role is designed for individuals eager to enhance their commercial skills within a supportive environment. Responsibilities include performing commercial functions, assisting in cost management, and supporting budget preparations. The company offers a competitive salary range of £35,000 - £40,000 along with clear career progression opportunities in a values-driven workplace.

Benefits

Supportive, values-driven working environment

Clear and structured career progression

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts.

Responsibilities

• Perform commercial functions as directed by the Commercial Manager.
• Assist with the preparation of accurate cost and value analysis.
• Support budget preparation in conjunction with your line manager.
• Assist in developing and maintaining a robust change control process.

Skills

Experience with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts

Cost management

Commercial knowledge

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Rochester
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
Sector: Construction / Infrastructure
Contract Type: Permanent

Overview

This organisation is more than just a business - it is a community where ambition, growth, and job satisfaction align. Core values sit at the heart of everything they do, creating an environment where employees don't simply work for the company, but grow with it, building careers that reflect their passions and aspirations.

You will be joining a supportive, close-knit team that values well-being, celebrates achievements, and actively supports professional development. This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the UK's fastest-growing contractors, offering clear career progression, proactive employee engagement, and a dynamic, entrepreneurial working environment.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team, based in the Rochester office. This role is ideal for someone looking to further develop their commercial and contractual expertise while working within a supportive yet ambitious business.

Responsibilities

• General
  • Perform commercial functions as directed by the Commercial Manager, MQS, Senior QS or QS
  • Ensure compliance with internal governance and company procedures
  • Work within defined budgets and understand the cost or value impact of tasks performed
  • Assist the work-winning team where required
  • Actively develop commercial knowledge, skills, and capability
• Cost Management
  • Assist with the preparation of accurate and prudent cost and value analysis
  • Support budget preparation in conjunction with your line manager
  • Carry out site measurement
  • Work closely with site teams to identify cost reduction and cost management opportunities
  • Maintain high-quality, accurate commercial records in line with company procedures
  • Maintain cost information and commercial data
• Value Management
  • Assist in developing and maintaining a robust change control process
  • Support the accurate pricing and assessment of variations
  • Assist with the preparation and agreement of interim and final subcontract accounts
  • Prepare interim and final account measurements
  • Prepare and agree sundry accounts as required

Essential Experience

• Previous experience working with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts

Desirable Experience

• Experience working within the water sector

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000
• Clear and structured career progression
• Supportive, values-driven working environment
• Exposure to complex and rewarding projects
• A culture that recognises ambition and rewards achievement

Apply Now

If you meet the technical requirements but the salary, location, or seniority level does not fully align with your expectations, we still encourage you to apply. We frequently recruit for similar roles across the UK at various levels.

Even if you are currently content in your role, we welcome discussions with Highways, Infrastructure & Transportation professionals for potential future opportunities. Carrington West's Highways, Transport & Infrastructure division is the fastest growing in the country, with over 100 years of combined experience in this market.

For more information, please contact Patrick Gray at Carrington West on 02393 876 069 or submit your CV to [e-mail].

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