Quantity Surveyor

Brandon James; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property consultancy is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their South Buckinghamshire office. This role offers a chance to work across various sectors while receiving full APC support towards MRICS. The successful candidate will assist in cost management tasks and collaborate with senior professionals. Compensation ranges from £55,000 to £65,000 annually, with benefits including 25 days annual leave and a pension scheme. Hybrid working is available, making this an exciting opportunity for career development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Full APC support and professional development

Pension scheme and life assurance

Mileage or travel support for site visits

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience within a UK consultancy environment.
• Actively working towards MRICS or recently enrolled on APC.
• Knowledge of public sector or education projects is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of cost plans, estimates and tender documentation.
• Supporting procurement advice, contract awards and tender analysis.
• Monitoring project costs, change control and valuations.
• Attending design meetings, site visits and client briefings.
• Assisting in preparing final accounts and contract administration under JCT and NEC.
• Building strong working relationships with clients and internal teams.

Skills

Cost management software proficiency

Strong Excel skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical ability

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

Job description

A well-established multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy is looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their South Buckinghamshire office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and proactive Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work across a wide range of sectors while developing their skills within a supportive and professional team.

The successful Assistant Quantity Surveyor will play a key role in the delivery of projects in sectors including residential, education, blue light, healthcare, commercial, and infrastructure. Working closely with senior quantity surveyors, project managers, and the wider design team, the Assistant Quantity Surveyor will gain exposure to both pre‑ and post‑contract duties, contributing to the successful delivery of projects across the region.

This role is ideal for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a strong consultancy background who is now ready to step up into greater responsibility. A clear route to MRICS is provided, with full APC support and structured development.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Key Responsibilities

• Assisting in the preparation of cost plans, estimates and tender documentation
• Supporting procurement advice, contract awards and tender analysis
• Monitoring project costs, change control and valuations
• Attending design meetings, site visits and client briefings
• Assisting in preparing final accounts and contract administration under JCT and NEC
• Building strong working relationships with clients and internal teams

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Candidate Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• 3‑5 years' experience within a UK consultancy environment
• Actively working towards MRICS or recently enrolled on APC
• Knowledge of public sector or education projects (desirable)
• Proficient in cost management software and strong Excel skills
• Excellent communication, organisation and analytical ability

In Return

• £55,000 – £65,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working (office located in South Bucks)
• Full APC support and professional development
• Pension scheme and life assurance
• Mileage or travel support for site visits

If you are a Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James.

01628 334720

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