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Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Job Posted: 19 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 40,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Portsmouth

Expire in: 9 days

Job Description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK (Office based)
 Salary: Competitive + benefits
 Reports to: Commercial Manager 

About the company

Our client is a principal contractor delivering technically complex installation and remediation projects across the UK and internationally. The business works across sectors including commercial properties, hotels, student accommodation, high rise residential, sports stadiums, amongst other areas, acting as a design-and-build partner for major clients. 

Projects typically involve high-value developments where quality, speed and collaboration are essential to delivering successful outcomes. The company prides itself on a strong team culture, long-term client relationships and delivering projects efficiently while maintaining high safety and quality standards. 

They have been operating for 20 years with a very strong pipeline of work for the next few years secured already. 

Due to continued growth and an expanding project pipeline, they are looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of key projects.

The Role

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial team in managing the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects from procurement through to final account.

Working closely with experienced Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers, you will gain exposure to the full commercial lifecycle of projects while developing your career within a fast-growing technical contractor.

This role is ideal for a recent Graduate in Quantity Surveying, or circa 1–2 years’ industry experience looking to progress within a supportive commercial team.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with cost management and commercial reporting on construction projects.
Support preparation of cost plans, budgets, and project forecasts.
Assist in monitoring project costs and identifying commercial risks or opportunities.
Assist in subcontractor procurement, including issuing enquiries and analysing tender returns.
Support the preparation and management of subcontract agreements and orders.
Maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
Assist with monthly valuations, applications for payment, and cost reporting.
Support the assessment and certification of subcontractor applications.
Assist with preparation of variations, change control and final accounts.
Ensure commercial procedures are followed in line with project requirements.
Support the management of contractual documentation and records.

Candidate Profile 

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, or equivalent field 
Desirable experience circa 1–2 years’ in a commercial / QS role within the construction industry, but recent graduate 
Good understanding of construction processes and cost management principles.
Strong numerical and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite.

Personal Attributes

Enthusiastic and eager to learn.
Strong attention to detail and organisation skills.
Commercially aware with a proactive approach.
Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
Ambitious with a desire to develop a long-term career in quantity surveying.

What they Offer

Structured career development and mentoring from experienced commercial professionals.
Exposure to high-profile, technically complex projects.
Opportunities to progress within a growing nationwide contractor.
Collaborative and supportive team culture.
Competitive salary and benefits package

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