Assistant Quantity Surveyor | Bolton, UK

TSA Riley

Salford

Hybrid

GBP 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Access to APC programme
Supportive work environment
Flexible working options

Job summary

A global consultancy in Salford is seeking an entry-level Assistant Quantity Surveyor. You will support commercial delivery on fast-paced construction projects, gaining exposure to the entire lifecycle of projects. Ideal candidates have around 12-18 months of experience and a relevant degree in Quantity Surveying. The company offers a supportive environment and a structured APC programme for career growth.

Qualifications

  • 12-18+ months' experience in cost management or a commercially focused role.
  • Familiarity with new-build, refurbishment, and/or fit-out projects.
  • Comfortable working across teams to foster collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare estimates, cost plans, and procurement documentation.
  • Assist with valuations, variations, and reporting processes.
  • Track actions and timelines to maintain project momentum.

Skills

Cost management support
Cost tracking
Effective communication
Flexibility

Education

Tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor | Bolton, UK

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About The Role

We have an exciting opening for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our Bolton office.

If you're a recently qualified quantity surveyor with approximately a year or more of experience in a Quantity Surveying role then we would love to hear from you in relation to this role.

Perhaps you have started a role in the last year or two, but feel you are capable of more? Maybe you just want to experience something new whilst early in your career? Or perhaps you've heard about TSA Riley's fantastic track record of providing a challenging, yet supportive environment for employees in the early stages of their career – allowing you to fulfil your full potential?

You’ll work as part of a highly successful team on fast‑paced projects within the built environment, quickly giving you exposure to the whole lifecycle of construction projects.

You’ll do all of this with expert guidance and support from our trained management team, who will work with you closely to develop your skills and experience as well as setting you key milestones to aid your development as a quantity surveyor.

With access to our internal, industry‑leading APC programme, we can also give you all the support required to achieve chartership status and take your career to the next level and beyond.

We’re a highly reputable, growing, global consultancy with an exciting future! Come and find out more about how you can be part of our journey. Let’s grow together.

How You’ll Contribute

Our Assistant Quantity Surveyors support commercial delivery through clear coordination, task tracking, and effective communication. They assist with documentation, help maintain visibility of progress, and contribute to quality outcomes, all while learning from others and building confidence in delivery.

The Work Is Varied, And You’ll Contribute By
  • Supporting the preparation of estimates, cost plans and procurement documentation.
  • Assisting with valuations, variations and monthly reporting processes.
  • Maintaining cost‑tracking records and commercial documentation.
  • Tracking actions, timelines and deliverables to help maintain project momentum and accountability.
  • Coordinating inputs from consultants, contractors and internal teams.
  • Communicating clearly with clients, colleagues and stakeholders, and following up on tasks proactively.
  • Contributing to safe, efficient and high‑quality commercial practices.
  • Showing flexibility and a willingness to support a range of projects across sectors, clients and accounts.
  • Taking initiative to build your quantity surveying skillset by seeking feedback and learning from each experience.
About You
  • Typically 12‑18+ months’ experience supporting cost management or commercially‑focused roles.
  • Familiarity with new‑build, refurbishment and/or fit‑out related projects within the built environment.
  • A tertiary qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a similarly related discipline.
  • Familiarity with cost planning, estimating, procurement and contract administration.
  • Ability to maintain accurate records and support cost tracking and reporting.
  • Take ownership of tasks and be motivated to grow technical and consulting capability.
  • Comfortable working across teams and contributing to inclusive, collaborative environments.
  • Build confidence in client communication and stakeholder engagement.
  • Commit to growing a meaningful career with TSA Riley.
  • Hold a valid UK driving licence.
  • About Us

    TSA Riley has a 130‑year heritage dating back to 1890 when Henry Riley Esq first established a quantity surveying practice in London. In Asia Pacific we trace our roots back to the 1980s through the merging of several respected, small project management and advisory firms. Now, in the 21st century, we’re defining and pioneering a new way of helping our clients drive greater value and impact from their built assets. Plan. Procure. Deliver. Optimise. Decarbonise. We call this project consulting.

    We provide expert strategic, commercial and operations advice; project and cost management; carbon advice; and dispute resolution. This uniquely broad range of services – across the project lifecycle – means we understand the interdependencies at every stage. We combine this with hands‑on experience and personalised service to drive greater value, impact and certainty for our clients’ projects.

    Our Values
    • We win together: collaborate openly, learn from each other and succeed as one global team.
    • We own it, always: act with integrity and take responsibility to deliver with purpose.
    • We focus on what matters: strive for high standards to create meaningful, lasting and sustainable impact.
    • We are curious: embrace agility and change, explore ideas and turn our curiosity into progress.
    TSA Riley is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    We welcome applications from candidates who are interested in working with us but are not able to commit to a full‑time role and/or would require forms of flexible working. Additionally, we provide hybrid working as standard practice. We would like you to perform at your best at every stage of our recruitment process. Please contact us if you require any adjustments that would support you throughout your application.

    recruitment@tsariley.uk

    No Agencies Please.

    Seniority Level

    Entry level.

    Employment Type

    Full‑time.

    Job Function

    Project Management.

    Industries

    Business Consulting and Services.

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