Assistant Quantity Surveyor

QB SQUARE; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in the United Kingdom is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team in managing costs and procurement across multiple phases of a residential development project in Oxfordshire. The ideal candidate will have experience in a developer or main contractor environment and a relevant educational background. This role offers strong opportunities for progression within a supportive environment committed to developing its team.

Qualifications

• Experience within a developer or main contractor environment.
• Site-based experience preferred.
• Working towards or undertaking a professional qualification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare scopes of work and trade packages.
• Manage subcontract tendering processes.
• Prepare subcontract documentation according to contract procedures.
• Assist with monthly cost reports.

Skills

Positive attitude towards challenges

Strong communication

Collaboration

Resilience

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant educational background in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Department: Commercial Department

Reports to: Commercial Manager

Location: On site - Oxfordshire

Vacancy Type: Permanent

About the Role

This role sits within a residential development project and supports the commercial team in managing costs, procurement, and financial performance across multiple phases of construction.

Your Career

There are strong opportunities to grow and progress within the business. The organisation is committed to developing its people, supporting career progression, and building highly skilled teams that work together in a safe, healthy, and supportive environment.

The business aims to be world‑class, defined by the quality of the places it creates, generating long‑term value and having a positive impact on society. Core values include integrity, passion, respect, collaboration, creativity, and excellence through attention to detail.

Project Description

The project near Oxford consists of six phases, delivering a total of approximately 550 homes. The development is currently on Phase 3, with Phase 4 due to commence in June 2026.

Key Capabilities

• Approaches challenges with a positive attitude
• Shows passion for making a difference to customers
• Builds trusted relationships through clear communication
• Works collaboratively, openly, and supportively with colleagues
• Invests in own and others' learning and development
• Is inquisitive, shares ideas, and embraces change
• Manages a demanding workload with resilience
• Delivers high‑quality results with strong attention to detail
• Uses initiative to add value to team outcomes
• Applies judgement to make effective and safe business decisions

Role Specification

Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Preparing scopes of work and trade packages
• Preparing selected tender lists for approval
• Managing subcontract tendering processes
• Recommending subcontractors on a level‑playing‑field basis, ensuring full scope coverage
• Holding and minuting subcontract post‑tender and pre‑order meetings
• Preparing subcontract documentation in line with contract procedures
• Raising subcontractor payment applications
• Forecasting and agreeing design variations
• Producing subcontractor instruction and variation reports
• Agreeing final accounts with subcontractors
• Assisting with monthly cost reports
• Attending design team and subcontractor progress meetings
• Drafting contractual correspondence when required
• Supporting the Project Manager with financial implications of site decisions
• Countersigning site instructions

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience within a developer or main contractor environment
• Site‑based experience
• Relevant educational background in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Working towards or undertaking a professional qualification