Assistant Quantity Surveyor - East Kent

Randstad; Deal; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking construction company is seeking a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team in East Kent. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates or those with early experience in quantity surveying to gain hands-on project experience and develop their careers. With a strong emphasis on career development, tailored training, and a supportive team culture, you'll be part of an award-winning employer known for its commitment to nurturing talent. If you're eager to learn and grow in a collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

6% Employer Pension Contribution

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Bonus Birthday Off

Holiday Buy-Back Scheme

Private Healthcare

1 Paid Volunteering Day Per Year

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field is required.
• Some experience in a similar role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing valuations and financial documentation.
• Support procurement of subcontractors and manage accounts.
• Attend site meetings to understand contract management.

Skills

Numeracy

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Construction-related Discipline

Job description

We're working with our client, a well-established and award-winning construction company with a 50-year legacy of delivering high-quality developments across the UK. With a strong reputation in the care, residential, and education sectors, our client is growing fast - and they're looking to bring on board a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support a major development based in East Kent.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with early experience in quantity surveying, or a recent graduate looking to learn from an experienced team and fast-track their career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

Why You'll Want This Role:

Career Development - Our client is passionate about nurturing talent. Expect tailored training, mentorship, and clear progression routes.
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Award-Winning Employer - With accolades like Investors in People Gold and The Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For, you'll be joining a business that puts people first.
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Hands-On Project Experience - Gain exposure to large-scale, impactful projects from day one.
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Supportive Team Culture - Be part of a professional, collaborative team where your contributions are valued.

Your Key Responsibilities:

Assist in the preparation of valuations, cost reports, and financial documentation.
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Support with procurement of subcontractors and supplier packages.
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Help manage subcontractor accounts and monitor on-site costs.
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Work closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage budgets and cash flow forecasts.
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Support the production of cost/value reconciliations and variation tracking.
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Contribute to accurate record-keeping and reporting for project progress and commercial performance.
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Attend site and client meetings as required, developing your understanding of contract management and construction delivery.

What Our Client Is Looking For:

A degree (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline.
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Some experience in a similar role is preferred, ideally with a main contractor (placement years welcome).
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Strong numeracy, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
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Excellent communication and organisational skills.
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A proactive approach and a positive attitude toward teamwork and development.

Salary & Benefits:

Competitive Salary (Based on Experience)
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6% Employer Pension Contribution
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25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Bonus Birthday Off
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Holiday Buy-Back Scheme
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Private Healthcare
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1 Paid Volunteering Day Per Year ("Change the World" Day)
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Genuine Opportunities for Progression & Training

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.