Assistant Quantity Surveyor - East Kent

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic and award-winning construction company as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, where you'll gain hands-on project experience and support a major development in East Kent. This role is perfect for recent graduates or those with early experience in quantity surveying. You'll receive tailored training, mentorship, and opportunities for progression in a supportive team environment. With a strong reputation in the care and education sectors, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact while developing your career in a forward-thinking company that values its people.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Bonus Birthday Off

Holiday Buy-Back Scheme

1 Paid Volunteering Day Per Year

Genuine Opportunities for Progression & Training

Qualifications

• A degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline is essential.
• Some experience in a similar role is preferred, ideally with a main contractor.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing valuations, cost reports, and financial documentation.
• Support procurement of subcontractors and manage budgets.

Skills

Numeracy

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Working towards a construction-related degree

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.

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.

Hands-On Project Experience - Gain exposure to large-scale, impactful projects from day one.

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.

Support with procurement of subcontractors and supplier packages.

Help manage subcontractor accounts and monitor on-site costs.

Work closely with the Senior Quantity Surveyor to manage budgets and cash flow forecasts.

Support the production of cost/value reconciliations and variation tracking.

Contribute to accurate record-keeping and reporting for project progress and commercial performance.

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.

Some experience in a similar role is preferred, ideally with a main contractor (placement years welcome).

Strong numeracy, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.

Excellent communication and organisational skills.

A proactive approach and a positive attitude toward teamwork and development.

Salary & Benefits:

Competitive Salary (Based on Experience)

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Bonus Birthday Off

Holiday Buy-Back Scheme

1 Paid Volunteering Day Per Year ("Change the World" Day)

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.

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