Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Stoneridge Consulting; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded consultancy based in York is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a career in cost management with clear pathways to progression and chartership support. The role involves supporting experienced Quantity Surveyors in delivering commercial services across various projects. Key responsibilities include preparing cost plans, managing valuations, and producing cost reports. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying, 1-2 years of relevant experience, and strong numerical and communication skills.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Career progression support

Qualifications

• 1-2 years' experience within consultancy or a construction-based role.
• Keen to work towards MRICS (or equivalent) with structured support.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support the preparation of cost plans, estimates, and tender documentation.
• Measure and quantify works for procurement and valuation purposes.
• Assist with tender appraisals, contractor meetings, and recommendations.
• Help manage costs, variations, valuations, and final accounts.
• Produce cost reports and contribute to forecasting and cash flow monitoring.

Skills

Confident with numbers

Detail-oriented

Strong communication skills

Proactive approach to work

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related subject

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor- York

An established and well-regarded consultancy is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join its growing York-based team. Known for providing commercially robust and client-focused advice, the business works across a broad range of sectors including education, residential, healthcare, commercial and regeneration projects.

With a healthy pipeline of secured work and continued expansion, this is a great opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to build strong foundations within a supportive and professional cost management environment.

The Opportunity

You will work closely with experienced Quantity Surveyors and Cost Managers, assisting in the delivery of cost and commercial services from early project stages through to completion. The role offers excellent exposure to varied projects and clients, with plenty of scope for learning, responsibility and long-term progression.

Key Duties

• Supporting the preparation of cost plans, estimates and tender documentation
• Measuring and quantifying works for procurement and valuation purposes
• Assisting with tender appraisals, contractor meetings and recommendations
• Helping manage costs, variations, valuations and final accounts
• Producing cost reports and contributing to forecasting and cash flow monitoring

About You

• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related subject
• Around 1-2 years' experience within consultancy or a construction-based role
• Confident with numbers, detail-oriented and well organised
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to work
• Keen to work towards MRICS (or equivalent) with structured support
• Comfortable working independently as well as part of a wider team

What's on Offer

• Attractive salary with a comprehensive benefits package
• Clear pathway for career progression and chartership support
• Opportunity to work across a diverse range of sectors and projects

Contact Charlie Voss at Stoneridge Consulting on (phone number removed) to learn more and apply