Assistant Quantity Surveyor

RGM Recruitment Ltd; Woodley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

RGM Recruitment Ltd is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a specialist bricklaying subcontractor operating across London and the surrounding areas. This role will involve assisting with the commercial management of projects from commencement through to final account, supporting procurement, cost management and contract administration.

You will work alongside experienced professionals to develop your career in subcontract commercial management,

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying or Assistant Quantity Surveying role in construction.
• Exposure to subcontract commercial activities, ideally within bricklaying, masonry or a similar construction trade.
• Understanding of material procurement, cost management and subcontract administration.
• Ability to support projects from commencement through to final account.
• Familiarity with valuations, variations, change control and CVRs.
• Strong commercial awareness and willingness to learn.
• Excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
• Good communication with site teams, clients and stakeholders.
• Degree in QS or related discipline advantageous.
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a commercial team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management of bricklaying subcontract packages from commencement through to final account.
• Support material procurement, subcontract procurement and cost management.
• Assist with the administration of subcontract agreements, including contractual terms, obligations and notices.
• Prepare, submit and monitor valuations, variations and applications for payment.
• Support change control processes and ensure variations are accurately recorded.
• Assist with the preparation of cost reports, cost value reconciliations (CVRs) and commercial forecasts.
• Monitor project costs, identify potential commercial risks and opportunities, and report findings to senior team members.
• Support client account management and assist with resolving commercial queries.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and ensure contractual documentation is up to date.
• Liaise with site teams to monitor progress, resolve commercial issues and support cost efficiency.
• Assist with managing multiple projects and accounts while prioritising workload effectively.
• Support the preparation, negotiation and agreement of final accounts.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, site teams and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and company procedures.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical thinking

Organisational skills

Communication with site teams

Cost management & procurement

Contract administration knowledge

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

JOB ROLE: Assistant Quantity Surveyor

LOCATION: Camden, London

SALARY: £40k - £55k + competitive package

START DATE: November 2026

About the Role:

RGM Recruitment Ltd is pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a specialist bricklaying subcontractor operating across London and the surrounding areas. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within the construction industry, gaining valuable experience in subcontract commercial management while working alongside experienced professionals. The successful candidate will assist with the commercial management of projects from commencement through to final account, supporting procurement, cost management, contract administration and commercial reporting to ensure projects are delivered efficiently while maintaining strong relationships with clients, site teams and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the commercial management of bricklaying subcontract packages from commencement through to final account.
• Support material procurement, subcontract procurement and cost management.
• Assist with the administration of subcontract agreements, including contractual terms, obligations and notices.
• Prepare, submit and monitor valuations, variations and applications for payment.
• Support change control processes and ensure variations are accurately recorded.
• Assist with the preparation of cost reports, cost value reconciliations (CVRs) and commercial forecasts.
• Monitor project costs, identify potential commercial risks and opportunities, and report findings to senior team members.
• Support client account management and assist with resolving commercial queries.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and ensure contractual documentation is up to date.
• Liaise with site teams to monitor progress, resolve commercial issues and support cost efficiency.
• Assist with managing multiple projects and accounts while prioritising workload effectively.
• Support the preparation, negotiation and agreement of final accounts.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients, site teams and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and company procedures.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying or Assistant Quantity Surveying role within the construction industry.
• Exposure to subcontract commercial activities, ideally within bricklaying, masonry or a similar construction trade.
• Understanding of material procurement, cost management and subcontract administration.
• An understanding of subcontract terms, contractual notices and commercial obligations.
• Ability to support projects from commencement through to final account.
• Familiarity with valuations, variations, change control and cost reporting/CVRs.
• Good commercial awareness and a willingness to learn and develop.
• Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail.
• Good communication skills when working with site teams, clients and other stakeholders.
• A degree in Quantity Surveying or a similar construction-related discipline would be advantageous.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively as part of a commercial team.

What We Offer:

Joining our client offers a competitive salary and the chance to work with a dynamic team on varied projects. You will have the opportunity to develop your skills further while contributing to exciting builds and renovations in the region. Our client values their employees and offers a supportive work environment, making this a fantastic opportunity for those looking to advance their career in quantity surveying.