Junior Quantity Surveyor

Nelson Permanent Placements; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Junior Quantity Surveyor to join a fast-growing social housing retrofit specialist in Hull and Sheffield. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for recent graduates or those early in their careers to gain valuable experience. Responsibilities include assisting with cost management, valuations, contract administration, and reporting, working closely with experienced professionals. Applicants should possess strong analytical and communication skills, along with a Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying.

Responsibilities

• Assist with compiling cost plans, estimates, budgets, and forecasts.
• Help in measuring work and preparing valuations.
• Support contract administration and management of claims.
• Compile cost reports, cash flows, and progress updates.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and site teams.
• Conduct site measurements and monitor project progress.
• Address commercial queries and support procurement.

Skills

Strong maths

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Computer literacy

Good communication

Problem-solving

Education

BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Nelson Permanent Placements are working with a leading, fast growing social housing retrofit specialist to recruit a junior Quantity Surveyor to join their already established team operating out of 2 hubs in Hull & Sheffield.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or a surveyor in the early stages of their career to learn and develop within a positive environment.

The role will entail assisting the senior quantity surveyors with tasks such as preparing estimates, cost plans, valuations, tenders, procurement, payment applications, and final account reconciliation, ensuring projects stay within budget and timeframes by liaising with teams, subcontractors, and clients from project start to finish.

Key Duties

• Cost & Budget Management: Help compile cost plans, estimates, budgets, and forecasts; support financial monitoring.
• Valuations & Payments: Assist with measuring work, preparing valuations, processing payment applications, and managing variations.
• Contract Administration: Support the preparation of tender documents, contracts, and final accounts; help manage claims and disputes.
• Reporting: Compile cost reports, cash flows, and progress updates for senior staff.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with Project Managers, senior QSs, architects, and site teams.
• Site Duties: Perform site measurements and monitor progress.
• Commercial Support: Handle commercial queries, attend meetings, and support procurement processes.

Skills & Qualifications

• Skills: Strong maths, attention to detail, analytical thinking, computer literacy, good communication, and problem‑solving.
• Entry Path: BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying

How to Apply

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd. The services of Nelson Permanent Placements Ltd are that of an Employment Agency. Please be advised that our client can only accept applications from candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit, or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.