Assistant to Intermediate Quantity Surveyor - Prime Residential

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company specializing in prime residential and high-end heritage projects is seeking an Assistant to Intermediate Quantity Surveyor. Join an experienced commercial team and work on prestigious projects across London, all while developing your career in a supportive environment with a culture of low staff turnover.

Benefits

Supportive culture with low staff turnover

Opportunities for career progression

Investment in training

Work on design-led projects with prestigious clients

Qualifications

• Quantity Surveyor experience in high-end residential or refurbishment projects.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Reliable, proactive team player interested in bespoke construction.

Responsibilities

• Manage packages and support a Senior QS in procurement and cost reporting.
• Work in a supportive, collaborative environment on high-value projects.
• Travel regularly to various site locations.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Proactivity

Education

Experience in high-end residential projects

Experience in refurbishment projects

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04.06.2025

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19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Intermediate Quantity Surveyor or Experienced Assistant QS

We’re working with a long established main contractor that specialises in Prime Residential and high end heritage projects across some of London’s most exclusive postcodes. Known for delivering ultra prime homes and complex refurbishments, the company is built on strong values of quality, integrity, and long-term relationships.

Due to continued growth, they’re looking to appoint an Intermediate Quantity Surveyor or a strong Assistant QS to join their experienced commercial team.

The Opportunity

You’ll be part of a close knit team led by a highly respected Head of Surveying, working alongside senior colleagues with decades of experience at the company and in the sector. The environment is collaborative, supportive, and ideal for someone looking to develop their skills on career defining projects.

You’ll take responsibility for managing packages or supporting a Senior QS across the full commercial function—procurement, valuations, cost reporting, and subcontractor accounts.

Projects are predominately in London's premiere postcodes and typically range from £1m-£10m in contract value.

You will be office based in The West End with regular travel to sites.

What They’re Looking For

• A Quantity Surveyor with experience in high end residential or aligned high quality refurbishment projects
• OR a capable Assistant QS ready to step up
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Interest in high quality, bespoke construction
• Reliable, proactive, and a good team player

Why Join?

• Supportive, family feel culture with low staff turnover
• A chance to work on technically challenging, design led projects
• Long term client frameworks with prestigious central London estates and UHNW clients
• Genuine investment in training and individual career progression
• Financial stability and a strong order book for 2025 and beyond

Click Apply or contact Rob James on 020 8502 0111 for more information.

Quantity Surveyor | Assistant QS | Prime Residential | Construction | London

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