Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Social Housing Projects

Cardo; City Of London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building maintenance company in the City of London is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team in delivering social housing projects. The role involves cost control, contract administration, and procurement to ensure projects meet client and regulatory requirements. Candidates should have strong numerical skills and a relevant qualification or experience in social housing. The position offers a salary between £28,000 to £35,000 along with multiple benefits including career development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday + BH

Private Medical Insurance

Life Assurance

Wellbeing fund

Employee recognition/referral scheme

Qualifications

• Working toward or holding relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills are essential.
• Understanding of construction measurement and valuation principles is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and cashflow forecasts.
• Support monitoring project costs against budgets.
• Prepare and assist in monthly commercial reports and financial summaries.

Skills

Numerical and analytical skills

Understanding of construction measurements

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Willingness to learn

Experience in social housing

Cost management software experience

Education

BSc Quantity Surveying or relevant qualification

Tools

COINS

Causeway

Procore

Job description

A leading building maintenance company in the City of London is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team in delivering social housing projects. The role involves cost control, contract administration, and procurement to ensure projects meet client and regulatory requirements. Candidates should have strong numerical skills and a relevant qualification or experience in social housing. The position offers a salary between £28,000 to £35,000 along with multiple benefits including career development opportunities.