Assistant Surveyor

Wates Smartspace; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Benefits package

Job summary

Wates Smartspace is recruiting an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a major Bedfordshire project. You will assist with commercial management from pre-construction through to completion, supporting procurement, cost control, valuations and final accounts under guidance.

You will work closely with site, commercial, design and supply chain teams in a supportive environment that encourages learning and progression, with exposure to high-value projects and a people‑first culture.

Qualifications

• Degree or working towards a qualification in Quantity Surveying or related discipline.
• Good numerical and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Proactive approach and willingness to learn.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience on construction projects is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to completion.
• Assist with procurement, subcontractor engagement and cost control activities.
• Prepare valuations, cost reports and forecasts under guidance.
• Support management of variations and change control.
• Assist with preparation and agreement of final accounts.
• Collaborate with site, commercial, design and supply chain teams to ensure processes align with procedures.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Proactive approach

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity fo an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join us on a major project in Bedfordshire.

This is a great opportunity to gain experience on a prestigious high‑valueprojects, working alongside experienced commercial professionals in a supportive environment that encourages learning and progression.

What You'll Be Doing

• Supporting the commercial management of projects from pre‑construction through to completion
• Assisting with procurement, subcontractor engagement and cost control activities
• Preparing valuations, cost reports and forecasts under guidance
• Supporting the management of variations and change control
• Assisting with the preparation and agreement of final accountsWorking collaboratively with site, commercial, design and supply chain teams
• Ensuring commercial processes align with company procedures and best practice

What We're Looking For

• Experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role or a relevant construction/commercial role
• A degree or working towards a qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Good numerical and analytical skills with strong attention to detail
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Experience on construction projects is beneficial but not essential

Why Join Wates?

• Be part of a growing commercial team with a strong pipeline of major projects
• Gain exposure to projects valued between £30m and £200m
• Join a purpose‑led, family‑owned business with a people‑first culture
• Supportive environment with mentoring, training and clear career progression
• Competitive salary and benefits package, with flexible working arrangements

Our commitments:

Wates is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at [e-mail]