Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Elevation Recruitment Group; Rotherham; Vor Ort; GBP 25.000 - 35.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Elevation Recruitment Group is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the commercial team in Rotherham. You will assist with cost management, measurements and payments across a varied project portfolio, under the guidance of experienced commercial professionals.

The role offers hands-on training, exposure to NEC contracts, and a clear path to developing your career within construction finance. A degree or equivalent qualification plus some industry exposure are desirable.

Qualifikationen

• Degree, HNC or HND in Quantity Surveying or related field, or working towards a qualification.
• Some industry experience, including placement or prior commercial role.
• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational abilities; proficient in Excel.
• Good communication and teamwork skills; familiarity with NEC contracts is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Assist with estimates, budgets and tender submissions.
• Perform measurements, valuations and payment applications.
• Support final accounts and subcontractor payments.
• Monitor project costs and maintain commercial records.
• Assist with cost value reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Support management of contractual notices and events.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, site teams and clients.
• Attend project meetings and identify commercial risks and opportunities.

Kenntnisse

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Organisational skills

Communication

Team player

Excel

Ausbildung

Degree / HNC / HND in Quantity Surveying or related

Tools

NEC3/NEC4

Jobbeschreibung

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Rotherham

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

An established and expanding construction and engineering business is looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team based in Rotherham.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to develop their career in quantity surveying, gaining hands‑on experience across a varied portfolio of projects while working alongside experienced commercial professionals.

The Role

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial team in managing project costs, monitoring financial performance and ensuring contractual requirements are met. You will gain exposure to all aspects of commercial management, with training and support to help you develop your skills and progress your career.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the preparation of estimates, budgets and tender submissions.
• Carrying out measurements, valuations and applications for payment.
• Supporting the preparation of final accounts and subcontractor payments.
• Monitoring project costs and maintaining accurate commercial records.
• Assisting with cost value reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Supporting the management of contractual notices, early warnings and compensation events.
• Liaising with subcontractors, suppliers, site teams and clients.
• Attending project meetings and helping to identify commercial risks and opportunities.

About You

The successful Assistant Quantity Surveyor will be keen to learn, commercially minded and looking to build a long‑term career within the construction industry.

You will ideally have:

• A degree, HNC or HND in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline, or be working towards a relevant qualification.
• Some relevant industry experience, including a placement or previous commercial role.
• Good numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Competence in Microsoft Excel and other standard office applications.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• An interest in construction contracts, with some knowledge of NEC3 or NEC4 being advantageous.

The Opportunity

This role offers the chance to develop practical commercial experience within an established business, working on varied projects and learning from an experienced team.

For someone looking to progress their career, the position provides a supportive working environment, opportunities for further training and the potential to develop into a more senior commercial role over time.