Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Construction & Materials Tracking

TribePost Ltd; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious construction firm based in Chelmsford is recruiting an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. This full-time role focuses on supporting procurement and commercial administration across projects. Responsibilities include managing procurement schedules, coordinating with suppliers, and assisting with budgeting. Ideal candidates should have experience in procurement, strong communication abilities, and ideally a year in construction. The company promotes a collaborative environment, working on crucial projects to enhance building safety.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Impactful projects enhancing community safety

Qualifications

• Able to analyse quotes, place orders and track financials.
• Comfortable working with schedules and data.
• Builds positive relationships with suppliers and internal teams.
• Responds to issues quickly and with sound judgement.
• Confident in Excel and financial tracking.
• Ideally 1+ year in a similar role within the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement schedules and maintain accurate materials tracking.
• Arrange procurement of building materials.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal project teams.
• Analyse quotes, raise orders, and monitor budgets.
• Assist with cost forecasting and financial reporting.
• Support quick responses to site and procurement requests.

Skills

Procurement & Commercial Support Experience

Accuracy & Attention to Detail

Strong Communicator

Problem Solver

Numerate & IT Literate

Construction Experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

A prestigious construction firm based in Chelmsford is recruiting an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. This full-time role focuses on supporting procurement and commercial administration across projects. Responsibilities include managing procurement schedules, coordinating with suppliers, and assisting with budgeting. Ideal candidates should have experience in procurement, strong communication abilities, and ideally a year in construction. The company promotes a collaborative environment, working on crucial projects to enhance building safety.