Assistant Quantity Surveyor (Progression to Quantity Surveyor)

ZipRecruiter; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established consultancy is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team in Milton Keynes. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on exciting retail projects while providing clear progression pathways to a Quantity Surveyor or Cost Consultant position. You will be involved in various project phases, from reviewing contractor proposals to ensuring timely and budget-compliant project delivery. With flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment, this is an excellent opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in quantity surveying.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Company Bonus

Training Opportunities

Company Benefits

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant or Junior Quantity Surveyor.
• Background in Retail, Fit-out, or M&E projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from inception to completion.
• Review contractor proposals and negotiate costs.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Cost Management

Negotiation

Project Management

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Relevant Certifications

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Job Description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor (Progression to Quantity Surveyor)

£35,000-£45,000 + Hybrid + Flexible Hours + Company Bonus + Progression + Training + Company Benefits

Milton Keynes

Are you an Assistant / Junior Quantity Surveyor or similar looking to progress into a Quantity Surveyor / Cost Consultant role where you will work on exciting, fast-paced Retail projects within a well-established consultancy who provide clear and bespoke development plans offering progression right through to directorship?

This well-established Consultancy work in numerous sectors, primarily retail and have a presence across the UK with several offices nationwide. They have continually grown in recent years to a point they now have a turnover of over £12m and are looking to grow the team at their Milton Keynes office to keep up with an ever increasing workload.

In this varied role you will work on projects from inception through to completion, reviewing and updating contractor proposals, raising purchase orders and helping to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. You will be responsible for liaising with clients, other departments and key stakeholders as you work primarily in office with some hybrid work and site visitation.

This varied role would suit a Quantity Surveyor or similar from a Retail / Fit-out / M&E background looking for an autonomous role working on a range of projects within a leading company who offer flexible working and a bonus to increase your earnings.

The Role:

• Work on projects varying in scope and scale within the Retail sector




• Review contractor proposals, collect information, negotiate and challenge contractors costs




• Raise purchase orders in systems




• Responsible for delivery on time and within budget




• Flexible and Hybrid working available

The Person:

• Assistant / Junior Quantity Surveyor or similar




• Retail / Fit out / M&E / fast-paced projects background




• Full Driving Licence - happy to travel

Reference number: BBBH19447

Assistant, Junior, Training, Quantity Surveyor, QS, Cost, Consultant, Manager, Construction, Refurb, Fit-out, M&E, Commercial, Hybrid, Projects, Budget, Tenders, Hertfordshire, Milton Keynes, Bedford, Aylesbury, Northampton

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered remuneration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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