Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Social Housing & Retrofit

Wates

Swadlincote

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 42,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Funded training and professional dev

Job summary

Wates Property Services (WPS) is recruiting an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of multiple Derbyshire contracts within social housing, planned works, retrofit and decarbonisation programmes.

The role offers a clear development path for graduates, trainees and assistants, with hands‑on exposure to major projects and mentoring from experienced commercial professionals. Drive cost control, reporting and value in a dynamic team.

Qualifications

Degree qualified or studying towards a Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Construction‑related qualification.
Strong numerical and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities.
Full UK Driving Licence.
Proficient with Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting tools.

Responsibilities

Assist with the commercial delivery of planned maintenance, refurbishment and retrofit programmes.
Support monthly valuations, applications for payment and cost reporting.
Monitor project costs and identify risks and opportunities.
Assist with subcontractor procurement, negotiations and account management.
Support variation and change management processes.
Help prepare Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and commercial reports.