Assistant Quantity Surveyor - D & B Residential Projects

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in Manchester seeks an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor for D&B residential projects. The role involves supporting the commercial team on a major apartment development, ensuring all procedures align with expectations, and offers opportunities for career progression within a supportive team.

Benefits

Attractive benefits package including car allowance

Pension

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role within a main contractor or developer.
• Proven experience working on D&B apartment or residential schemes.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial management of D&B apartment projects from procurement through to final account.
• Prepare subcontractor enquiries and assist with procurement.
• Assist in subcontractor management, including payments and variations.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organised

Detail-oriented

Numerical Skills

IT Skills

Education

Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - D&B Residential Projects

£35,000 - £40,000 + Comprehensive Package

Manchester | Site-Based | Permanent

Your new company

Our client is a growing main contractor and residential developer with a strong pipeline of high-quality, design and build (D&B) apartment schemes across Greater Manchester. Known for delivering modern, energy-efficient developments, they work on both private and affordable housing projects, often as principal contractor. With a commitment to sustainability, technical excellence and community-focused regeneration, they have built a solid reputation across the North West.

Your new role

Our client is seeking an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a minimum of 2 years' experience in residential D&B schemes.

Based full-time on site in Manchester, you'll play a key role in supporting the commercial team in the successful delivery of a major apartment development, reporting into the Senior QS/Commercial Manager.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to take ownership of packages and grow within a supportive, dynamic and forward-thinking contractor environment.

Responsibilities will include:

Assisting with the commercial management of D&B apartment projects from procurement through to final account.

Preparing and issuing subcontractor enquiries, analysing returns and assisting with procurement.

Carrying out regular site measurements and valuations.

Supporting the preparation of cost reports, forecasts and CVRs.

Assisting in subcontractor management including payments, variations and claims.

Liaising with site teams to track progress and identify commercial risks/opportunities.

Ensuring all commercial procedures are followed in line with company and client expectations.

Attending site meetings and assisting with reporting to senior stakeholders.

What you will need to succeed:

Minimum 2 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role within a main contractor or developer.

Proven experience working on D&B apartment or residential schemes.

Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management.

Strong understanding of construction processes and contractual procedures.

Confident communicator with a proactive approach to problem solving.

Organised and detail-oriented with strong numerical and IT skills (Excel, COINS or similar).

Able to work site-based in Manchester on a full-time basis.

What you get in return:

Competitive salary between £35,000 - £40,000 depending on experience.

Attractive benefits package including car allowance, pension and holidays.

Career progression opportunities within a supportive and growing commercial team.

Exposure to exciting, design-led residential projects with a sustainability focus.

Chance to join a company with a modern culture, clear growth plans and real investment in their people.

If you're an ambitious Assistant QS looking for your next step on a significant Manchester-based project, apply today to find out more.

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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