Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Building Careers UK Ltd; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Benefits Package

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd in Liverpool is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their established commercial team. The role focuses on assisting with financial and contractual management across construction projects, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle and NEC forms of contract.

You will develop core skills in cost control, budgeting, and reporting while liaising with site teams and suppliers. A supportive environment and clear progression path are offered alongside excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in a Quantity Surveying or Assistant Quantity Surveying role.
• Relevant degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or related discipline is desirable.
• Understanding of NEC contracts and cost management processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with commercial management of construction projects from inception to final account.
• Support applications for payment and contract administration.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts and cost reports.
• Monitor costs, expenditure and financial performance, flagging variances.
• Assist with subcontractor procurement, payments and final accounts.
• Assess variations, compensation events and additional works.
• Administer NEC contracts and relevant notices.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and project documentation.
• Liaise with site teams, project managers, subcontractors, suppliers and clients.
• Contribute to cost control and value management for projects.

Skills

NEC contracts

Quant Surveying

Numerical skills

Communication

Education

Quantity Surveying degree or equivalent

Tools

Spreadsheets

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor (AQS)

Location: Liverpool

Salary: £30,000 - £38,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Job Type: Permanent

About the Company

Our client is an established construction business delivering projects across the sector, with a strong focus on commercial management, quality delivery and long-term client relationships. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to strengthen their commercial team.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a minimum of two years' experience to develop their commercial career within a supportive and professional environment.

Working alongside experienced commercial colleagues, you will assist with the financial and contractual management of construction projects, gaining exposure to the full commercial lifecycle. Experience with NEC forms of contract is important, and the successful candidate will have a good understanding of commercial processes and a desire to progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management of construction projects from inception through to final account.
• Support the preparation, submission and agreement of applications for payment.
• Assist with the preparation and management of project budgets, forecasts and cost reports.
• Monitor project costs, expenditure and financial performance, highlighting potential risks or variances.
• Help manage subcontractor procurement, orders, payments and final accounts.
• Assist with the assessment and valuation of variations, compensation events and additional works.
• Support the administration of NEC contracts, including relevant notices and contractual procedures.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and project documentation.
• Liaise with site teams, project managers, subcontractors, suppliers and clients.
• Contribute to cost control, value management and the successful commercial delivery of projects.

About You

• A minimum of two years' experience in a Quantity Surveying or Assistant Quantity Surveying role.
• A relevant degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline is desirable.
• A working understanding of construction commercial processes and cost management.
• Knowledge or experience of NEC forms of contract.
• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Good communication and relationship-building abilities.
• A proactive approach, with the motivation to learn and develop professionally.
• Competent IT skills and confidence working with commercial documentation and spreadsheets.

What's on Offer?

• Salary of £30,000 - £38,000, depending on experience.
• Additional package and benefits.
• The opportunity to work alongside an experienced commercial team.
• Exposure to NEC contracts and a varied construction project portfolio.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career.

Building Careers UK is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Please Note: Due to the high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.