Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Wembley

Skilled Careers; Wembley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the financial management of a £40 million educational project in North West London. The position involves cost planning, financial forecasting, and ensuring accurate contract administration while developing your career in a Tier 1 environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in quantity surveying and possess strong numerical and analytical skills. A full UK driving licence is required. Competitive salary and clear progression opportunities offered.

Benefits

Car allowance

Support with further training and professional qualifications

Clear progression opportunities

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in a quantity surveying role within main contracting.
• Knowledge of new build projects, ideally within education sector.
• Ability to work effectively within a large project team.

Responsibilities

• Support the project's commercial lead in financial management.
• Assist with cost planning, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Prepare interim valuations, variations, and final accounts.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor North West London
Salary: £40,000 £50,000 + Car Allowance
Project: £40M New Build Educational Facility
Employer: Tier 1 Main Contractor

A leading Tier 1 construction company is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join its commercial team on a major £40 million new build educational project in North West London. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop your QS career while working on a flagship scheme that will deliver high-quality, modern learning facilities for the local community.

The Role

You will support the project's commercial lead in ensuring the smooth financial management of the build from early stages through to completion. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with cost planning, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Preparing interim valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Supporting procurement processes and subcontractor management
• Conducting measurements, take-offs, and cost comparisons
• Ensuring accurate contract administration and compliance
• Working closely with on-site teams and attending progress meetings
• Helping maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships

About You

• Experience in a quantity surveying role within main contracting
• Knowledge of new build projects, ideally within education or public sector sectors (advantageous, not essential)
• Strong numerical, analytical, and communication skills
• Proactive approach with strong attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively within a large project team
• Full UK driving licence

What s on Offer

• £40,000 £50,000 salary, dependent on experience
• Car allowance
• Clear progression opportunities within a Tier 1 environment
• Full exposure to a major project cycle
• Support with further training and professional qualifications
• Excellent benefits and long-term career stability