Assistant Quantity Surveyor

OCU; Stafford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

OCU Group is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Stafford to join our commercial team. You will support project delivery on major infrastructure assignments, assist NEC4 contract admin, and help with applications for payment and cost reporting.

This role offers exposure to procurement, final accounts, and project documentation across a busy infrastructure portfolio with guidance from experienced QS professionals.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified, or currently working towards a degree, in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive approach to learning and development; driving licence required.
• Experience in a commercial, construction, utilities, engineering, or infrastructure environment is desirable.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts or commercial management principles is a bonus.
• Placement year, internship, or work experience in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the commercial management of infrastructure projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with administration of NEC4 contracts, including Compensation Events and Early Warning Notices.
• Support preparation of Applications for Payment and subcontractor assessments.
• Assist with cost reporting, forecasting, CVRs, and commercial performance monitoring.
• Maintain accurate commercial records, project documentation, and contract files.
• Support procurement activities and subcontract administration processes.
• Attend commercial and project meetings and assist with actions and follow-up.
• Collaborate with project teams, clients, suppliers and stakeholders to support delivery.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Prioritisation

Proactive learning

Full UK driving licence

Experience in commercial construction

Education

Quantity Surveying degree (or pursuing)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Stafford | Contract Type: Permanent | Working Pattern: Full-Time | Office Based

Pay / Benefits: Remuneration for this role is benchmarked competitively within our sector.

The Opportunity

OCU is delivering major power infrastructure projects that are helping to strengthen and modernise the UK's electricity network. As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll join an experienced commercial team supporting the successful delivery of National Grid and utility infrastructure projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in commercial management. You'll gain exposure to all aspects of project delivery, from contract administration and cost reporting through to procurement and final account preparation, while working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors who will support your development and progression.

What You'll Do

• Support the commercial management of infrastructure projects throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with the administration of NEC4 contracts, including Compensation Events and Early Warning Notices.
• Support the preparation of Applications for Payment and subcontractor assessments.
• Assist with cost reporting, forecasting, CVRs, and commercial performance monitoring.
• Maintain accurate commercial records, project documentation, and contract files.
• Support procurement activities and subcontract administration processes.
• Attend commercial and project meetings, assisting with actions and follow-up activities.
• Collaborate with project teams, clients, suppliers, and stakeholders to support successful project delivery.

What You'll Bring

• Degree qualified, or currently working towards a degree, in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage priorities and work effectively to deadlines.
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Previous experience within a commercial, construction, utilities, engineering, or infrastructure environment.
• Bonus if you have knowledge of NEC contracts or commercial management principles.
• It would be great if you've completed a placement year, internship, or work experience within Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management.
• It would be great if you have experience supporting cost reporting, procurement, or subcontract management activities.
• Working towards professional accreditation with RICS, CICES, or a similar body would be advantageous.

What We Offer

At OCU, we believe that meaningful work should come with meaningful support. That's the principle behind Careers with Purpose, our commitment to ensuring every person at OCU feels supported, developed, and valued, not just in their role today, but throughout their career with us.

Alongside the opportunity to work on some of the UK's most significant infrastructure projects, we offer a benefits package that we are continuing to develop as we grow, and the kind of career acceleration that only comes from being inside a business moving at this pace.

As a rapidly growing organisation, there are genuine opportunities to progress, broaden your experience, and build a long-term career within OCU Group.

About OCU Group

At OCU Group, we don’t just deliver infrastructure - we help power modern life.

As one of the UK’s fastest-growing utility and infrastructure businesses, we deliver complex, nationally critical projects across power, energy transition, water, telecoms, and digital infrastructure. Over the last five years, OCU has grown five-fold to a £1.1bn organisation, expanding both organically and through strategic acquisitions across the UK, Australia, New Zealand and India.

Our growth is driven by ambitious people, operational excellence, and a commitment to doing things properly. We work on projects that genuinely matter by supporting the UK’s energy transition, strengthening essential infrastructure, and helping build more sustainable communities for the future.

Whether you’re an experienced professional looking to take ownership of major projects and influence delivery at scale, or someone starting your career through an apprenticeship, graduate programme, or placement route, OCU offers real opportunity to grow, develop, and make an impact.

We are building a business where high performance, collaboration, innovation, and accountability sit at the centre of our culture. Our people are trusted to lead, encouraged to challenge thinking, and supported to continuously develop their skills and careers.

At OCU, you won’t just join a growing business, you’ll help shape it.

Our Culture & Values

At OCU, our values are at the heart of everything we do. We care about safety, lead with integrity, strive to be better every day, make a positive impact, and deliver to grow, together, as One Company United.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

At OCU Group, we believe diversity, inclusion, and belonging are fundamental to building stronger teams, better ideas, and a more successful business. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported.

As part of our commitment to fairness and equality, candidates may be asked to complete an equal opportunities monitoring form during the recruitment process. This information is used for monitoring purposes only and plays no part in hiring decisions.