Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Borne Resourcing Limited; Woolwich; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable residential contractor in South East London is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to manage a significant 100-unit phase within a major regeneration scheme. The role involves supporting the commercial management, procuring subcontractors, overseeing financials, and collaborating with site teams. The ideal candidate will have residential experience, strong procurement skills, and be detail-oriented. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000 with additional benefits and is a full-time, on-site role starting January 5th.

Benefits

Car/travel allowance

Healthcare package (£3-4k)

Qualifications

• Experience as a Quantity Surveyor in residential settings.
• History of working on large-scale housing projects.
• Ability to manage subcontractors and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Support the commercial management of a 100-unit phase.
• Manage procurement and tender enquiries.
• Oversee subcontractor accounts and their valuations.
• Produce forecasts and monthly reports for management.
• Ensure compliance with internal and contractual processes.

Skills

Residential experience

Procurement knowledge

Strong communication

Detail-oriented

Job description

Assistant / Intermediate QS | Permanent or freelance | Residential Contractor | SE London

A major contractor delivering a long‑term 2,000 unit regeneration scheme is seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on site full‑time. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a circa 100‑unit phase within one of London's most significant housing programmes.

Working closely with the Commercial Manager, you'll support the commercial delivery of live phases, manage subcontract procurement and reporting, and ensure financial control across a fast‑moving, high‑density residential environment.

This role is ideal for someone ambitious, detail‑driven, and confident operating within structured developer/contractor settings.

The role kicks off 5th January, and the Commercial Manager is open to interviewing strong profiles directly.

The Role

• Support the commercial management of a 100-unit phase within a multi-year, multi-phase regeneration scheme
• Manage procurement, tender enquiries, analysis of returns and preparation of subcontract orders
• Oversee subcontractor accounts, variations, valuations and final accounts
• Produce CVRs, forecasts and monthly reporting for the Commercial Manager
• Maintain accurate commercial records and ensure compliance with internal and contractual processes
• Assist with cost planning, change management and early identification of risk across the phase
• Work collaboratively with site teams, design, and delivery leads to maintain programme and cost certainty
• Take ownership of commercial tasks and drive accurate reporting in a high-visibility role

What they're looking for

• A QS with strong residential experience – developer or main contractor backgrounds welcome
• Someone who has worked on large-scale housing schemes, multi-phase environments, or high-density residential delivery
• Strong understanding of procurement, reporting, subcontract management and contractual controls
• A confident communicator who can support site teams and interface effectively with internal management
• Someone structured, detail-oriented and capable of bringing clarity and organisation to a live, fast-paced environment

The Offer

• Up to £55,000 + package (car/travel allowance, healthcare £3-4k)
• Full-time site-based role in South East London
• 5 days per week on site
• Start date: 5th January

The Company

A well-established contractor known for delivering large-scale residential regeneration and community-led housing projects.

With a long-term pipeline and a multi-year programme on this flagship development, the business offers stability, structured processes and clear progression routes for QSs seeking responsibility on major schemes.

Also known as: Quantity Surveyor, Project QS, Residential QS, Developer QS, Regeneration QS

Interested?

Michael Ogunyankin – (phone number removed)

michael @ borneltd . com