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assistant quantity surveyor.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor.
Ref: V-64964
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location.
Chatteris
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salary.
Competitive
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type.
Permanent
job description.
We are looking for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our client’s growing Commercial Team. In this role, you will support across all phases of construction projects, from procurement and subcontractor management to cost control and reporting. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a leading construction delivery partner while gaining exposure to diverse, high-profile projects.Our client partners with major developers, occupiers, retailers, and logistics businesses across the UK. They deliver projects from concept through to completion, specialising in:
- Industrial & Logistics
- Life Sciences & Pharmaceuticals
- Data Centres & Ports
- Retail, Commercial, Hotels, and Schools
Key Responsibilities As Assistant Quantity Surveyor, your duties will include:
- Maintaining accurate site records, including documentation and photos.
- Liaising with site teams to complete labour allocation sheets.
- Reviewing and approving Purchase Orders.
- Preparing subcontract orders and managing subcontractor procurement.
- Measuring, pricing, and agreeing budgets for variations.
- Preparing cost projections and updating cost forecasts.
- Evaluating subcontractor quotes and certifying valuations.
- Preparing and submitting client valuations to maximise revenue.
- Supporting monthly forecasting, reporting, and stakeholder updates.
- Guiding Trainee/Graduate QS staff.
About You To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A Degree, HND, or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or related field.
- Previous experience in industrial or built environment projects.
- Familiarity with commercial and surveying systems.
- Strong technical writing and communication skills.
Salary & Benefits
- £35,000 – £45,000 (depending on experience)
- Company Pension – matched up to 6%
- Private Healthcare
- Life Insurance
- Mobile Phone Allowance
- Company Fuel Card
- 25 Days Holiday Bank Holidays
- Loyalty Leave (extra days with service)
- Early Finish Fridays (4:00pm)
- Dress Down Fridays
- Christmas & Summer Parties
- Monthly Team Breakfasts
- Regular Team-Building Events
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Refer-a-Friend Bonus
WhatsApp: 44 7307 269402
Email: jacky.t@buildspaceuk.com
