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Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Job Posted: 3 days ago

Salary: £ 40,000 - 50,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Cannock, Staffordshire

Expire in: 24 days

Job Description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Residential Groundworks & Civil Engineering
Cannock | £50,000 + Package
Leading Multi-Disciplinary Civil Engineering & Housebuilding Contractor

A leading residential groundworks, civil engineering, and housebuilding contractor is looking to recruit an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team based in Cannock.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career with a well-established contractor delivering multiple residential infrastructure, groundwork, and housing developments across the region.

The Role

As Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial team in managing the financial and contractual aspects of residential groundworks and civil engineering projects from pre-construction through to final account. You will work closely with senior surveyors, site teams, subcontractors, and clients to ensure projects are delivered profitably and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with the commercial management of residential groundwork and civil engineering projects
• Preparing valuations, applications for payment, and variations
• Supporting subcontractor procurement, payments, and account management
• Assisting with cost reporting, forecasting, and budget control
• Reviewing tender documentation and supporting contract administration
• Liaising with site teams and project managers to monitor project progress
• Supporting final accounts and commercial reporting
• Identifying commercial risks and opportunities across live projects

Requirements

• Previous experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee QS role within construction, groundworks, or housebuilding
• Strong interest in residential groundworks and civil engineering projects
• Good commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work well within a team and manage multiple tasks
• Relevant construction or commercial qualification (or working towards one) preferred
• Full UK driving licence preferred

What’s On Offer

• £50,000 salary depending on experience
• Car allowance or company vehicle
• Pension and full benefits package
• Strong pipeline of residential and civil engineering projects
• Clear progression into Quantity Surveyor and Senior QS roles
• Long-term career development with a leading contractor

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