Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Building Careers UK Ltd; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Building Careers UK Ltd is recruiting an Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Estimator to join their commercial team in Cheshire. The role offers exposure to both estimating and quantity surveying within civil engineering, groundworks and landscaping projects.

Ideal candidates will have around two years' experience, a good eye for costs and measurements, and a proactive attitude. You will support tender submissions, cost breakdowns and procurement, while reporting to senior commercial staff.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in civil engineering, groundworks or construction.
• Understanding of drawings, measurements and project costs.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Proactive attitude and desire to learn and progress.
• Good organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management of civil engineering, groundworks and landscaping projects.
• Support the preparation of estimates, tender submissions and detailed cost breakdowns.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation to understand project requirements.
• Undertake measurements and quantity take-offs to establish material and labour requirements.
• Assist with obtaining and reviewing supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Support procurement activities and maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and expenditure, helping identify potential commercial risks.
• Assist with valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts.
• Liaise with site teams and project managers to monitor progress and ensure costs are accurately recorded.
• Maintain organised commercial records and estimating documentation.
• Develop an understanding of construction contracts, cost control and project financial management.

Skills

Numerical skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Construction knowledge

Education

Quantity Surveying or Civil Engineering qualification

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Estimator - Civil Engineering & Landscaping

Location - Cheshire

Salary - £30,000 - £35,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

Job Type - Permanent

About the Company

Our client is an established contractor operating across civil engineering, groundworks and commercial landscaping, delivering projects for a range of clients throughout the North West.

With expertise spanning site preparation, foundations, drainage, roads, sewers, utilities and external works, the business provides a comprehensive service from initial planning through to construction and completion. With a strong project portfolio and continued development, they offer an excellent opportunity for an ambitious construction professional to grow within an established business.

The Role

Our client is looking to recruit an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Estimator to join their commercial team.

This opportunity would suit someone with a couple of years' experience within civil engineering, groundworks or construction who is keen to develop their commercial skills and progress their career.

Working alongside experienced commercial and operational colleagues, you will gain exposure to both quantity surveying and estimating, supporting the preparation of cost estimates, tender submissions, procurement activities and the commercial management of live projects.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, commercially minded and keen to learn, with the drive to take on increasing responsibility as their experience develops.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management of civil engineering, groundworks and landscaping projects.
• Support the preparation of estimates, tender submissions and detailed cost breakdowns.
• Review drawings, specifications and tender documentation to understand project requirements.
• Undertake measurements and quantity take-offs to establish material and labour requirements.
• Assist with obtaining and reviewing supplier and subcontractor quotations.
• Support procurement activities and maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Monitor project costs, budgets and expenditure, helping identify potential commercial risks.
• Assist with valuations, variations, cost reporting and final accounts.
• Liaise with site teams and project managers to monitor progress and ensure costs are accurately recorded.
• Maintain organised commercial records and estimating documentation.
• Develop an understanding of construction contracts, cost control and project financial management.

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will have:

• Around two years' experience within construction, civil engineering, groundworks or a related sector.
• Previous experience in an Assistant QS, Assistant Estimator or similar commercial role.
• An understanding of construction drawings, measurements and project costs.
• Good numerical and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• A proactive attitude and a genuine desire to learn and progress.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Good communication skills and the confidence to work with site teams, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Competent IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Construction or Civil Engineering would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• £30,000 - £35,000 salary + package.
• Opportunity to join an established civil engineering and landscaping contractor.
• Exposure to both estimating and quantity surveying.
• Hands-on experience across a varied portfolio of construction projects.
• Support and guidance from an experienced commercial team.
• Genuine opportunities for training, development and career progression.

We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.