Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James Ltd; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic and award-winning Property & Construction Consultancy is seeking a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their Southampton office. This role offers the chance to work on diverse residential projects and develop skills towards chartership. The position includes a structured APC program, training, and competitive benefits, ideal for someone eager to progress in their Quantity Surveying career.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Annual discretionary bonus

Loyalty bonus after 3 years

Pension

25 days annual leave + bank holidays + Birthday off

Training & development budget

Enrolment onto company APC programme

RICS professional fees paid

Company phone & laptop

All PPE provided

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1+ year Quantity Surveying experience in a UK Consultancy / PQS firm.
• Residential project experience is beneficial.
• Eager to progress with APC and gain MRICS status.

Responsibilities

• Support senior colleagues in delivering Quantity Surveying, Employer’s Agent, and Contract Administration services.
• Gain practical experience across pre and post contract work.
• Work on residential new build projects for Local Authorities, Housing Associations, and Private Developers.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Enthusiastic

Proactive

Eager to learn

Education

BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying

Job description

A dynamic and award-winning Property & Construction Consultancy are looking to strengthen their Southampton office with the addition of a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor. This is an excellent opportunity to progress your career within a collaborative and forward-thinking consultancy.

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor Role

The successful Assistant Quantity Surveyor will join a friendly and professional team, working on a broad mix of residential new build projects for Local Authorities, Housing Associations, and Private Developers.

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support senior colleagues in delivering Quantity Surveying, Employer’s Agent, and Contract Administration services across all stages of the project lifecycle. You’ll gain practical experience across both pre and post contract work, providing a solid foundation for career development.

This role is ideal for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor who is keen to accelerate their career, develop their technical skills, and work towards chartership. The company offers a structured APC programme, regular internal training, and ongoing professional support.

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• BSc or MSc in Quantity Surveying (or related construction degree)
• Minimum of 1+ year Quantity Surveying experience in a UK Consultancy / PQS firm
• Residential project experience is beneficial
• Eager to progress with APC and gain MRICS status
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Enthusiastic, proactive and eager to learn

In Return?

• £30,000 – £35,000
• Car Allowance + Annual discretionary bonus
• Hybrid Working / Flexible Hours
• Loyalty bonus after 3 years annually
• Pension
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays + Birthday off
• Business milage
• Company phone & laptop
• All PPE provided
• Training & development budget
• Enrolment onto company APC programme
• RICS professional fees paid

If you are a Quantity Surveyor currently considering your career options, contact Jessica Lawrence at Brandon James.

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