Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Location: Brentwood / Essex
Salary: £30k to £43k
Job Type: Permanent
Sector: Construction
About the Role:
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support our commercial and project teams. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their career in quantity surveying while gaining hands-on experience in cost management, contract administration, and project financials.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in preparing and managing project estimates.
- Valuation of works using a schedule of rates.
- Help record variations and assist in preparing and submitting final accounts.
- Conduct site surveys and contribute to the Construction Phase Plan and Risk Assessments & Method Statements (RAMS).
- Monitor and track project costs, ensuring financial control and reporting.
- Checking completed projects and managing snagging lists.
- Measure and review subcontractor valuations and assist in final account agreements.
- Record and report extra works while keeping clients informed.
- Attend team meetings and site meetings with clients and stakeholders.
- Managing small projects, fulfilling QS duties under supervision.
Key Requirements:
- Experience in quantity surveying, ideally within Construction.
- Strong numerical and analytical skills with an eye for detail.
- Willingness to learn and develop within the role.
- Good communication and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant software.
- A degree, diploma, or working towards a qualification in Quantity Surveying or a related field is preferred.
