Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Ganymede Solutions Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering contractor is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for a 6-month project in York. The role involves collaborating with experienced colleagues and supporting various commercial functions including subcontract management and contract administration. Ideal candidates should have some experience in civils or rail, a good understanding of NEC contracts, and a proactive attitude. This position offers competitive pay of £250–£300 per day.

Qualifications

• Some experience in a commercial role within civils or rail.
• Good understanding of NEC contracts (training/support provided).
• Eager to learn, proactive, and confident.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with subcontract account management.
• Helping with change management and variations.
• Supporting with contract administration.
• Gathering data and contributing to CVR reporting.
• Providing general commercial support across civils and rail works.

Skills

Experience in a commercial role within civils or rail

Understanding of NEC contracts

Proactive and eager to learn

Confident working in a Tier 1 contractor environment

Job description

Freelance Assistant Quantity Surveyor (AQS)

Location: Central York – 3 days per week on site

Duration: 6 months, with potential to extend

Employer: Tier 1 Civil Engineering Contractor

Day Rate: Inside IR35 | £250 – £300 per day

The Project

This role is based on a city centre railway station upgrade in York – a high-profile scheme with more phases expected. With a junior QS leaving the team, a gap has opened up for an Assistant QS to come in and support the commercial function.

The Role

You’ll be working alongside experienced QS and SQS colleagues, gaining exposure to a wide range of commercial duties while keeping the project running smoothly.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Assisting with subcontract account management
• Helping with change management and variations
• Supporting with contract administration (NEC / Network Rail)
• Gathering data and contributing to CVR reporting
• Providing general commercial support across civils and rail works

What You’ll Need

• Some experience in a commercial role within civils or rail (placement year, graduate scheme, or early freelance roles welcome)
• A good understanding of NEC contracts (training/support provided)
• Eager to learn, proactive, and confident working within a Tier 1 contractor environment

If you’re an Assistant QS looking to step onto a flagship project in York, get in touch today.

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation