Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Involve Recruitment; Wales; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable construction firm based in Bridgend is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support their growing residential projects. In this role, you will assist with cost management, prepare budgets and forecasts, and help manage subcontractor accounts. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline and possess strong numerical and analytical skills. A competitive salary and benefits package is on offer, along with structured career progression and support for further training.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Structured career progression

Support towards further training

Qualifications

• Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Experience working within a residential contractor environment (preferred).
• Full UK driving licence (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist with cost management on residential construction projects.
• Support the preparation of budgets, cost plans, and forecasts.
• Help manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, and payments.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Analytical skills

Good communication

Organisational abilities

Eagerness to learn

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Involve Recruitment are in search of an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a growing residential contractor based in Bridgend. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to develop their career within a well-established company delivering high-quality residential projects.

Working closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor and commercial team, you will gain hands‑on experience across all commercial aspects of residential construction, from procurement through to final accounts.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with cost management on residential construction projects
• Support the preparation of budgets, cost plans, and forecasts
• Assist with subcontractor procurement and tender analysis
• Help manage subcontractor accounts, valuations, and payments
• Support the preparation of interim valuations and final accounts
• Monitor variations and assist with cost reporting
• Liaise with site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors
• Ensure commercial procedures are followed in line with company policies

Requirements

• Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Experience working within a residential contractor environment (preferred)
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Good communication and organisational abilities
• Eagerness to learn and progress within a commercial team
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and standard commercial software
• Full UK driving licence (preferred)

What's on Offer

• Permanent position with a reputable residential contractor
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Structured career progression and development support
• Exposure to a variety of residential projects
• Support towards further training and professional developme