Assistant Quantity Surveyor

As Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for:

Supporting the commercial management of a high-rise residential development from procurement through to final account
Assisting with subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, and package buyout
Preparing and processing subcontractor payments and valuations
Supporting the management of variations and change control procedures
Assisting with cost reporting, forecasting, and budget monitoring
Maintaining accurate commercial records and project documentation
Working closely with the Quantity Surveyor, Site Team, and Project Management team to ensure commercial objectives are achieved
Supporting the preparation and agreement of final accounts
Building and maintaining strong working relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and key stakeholdersThe Ideal Candidate

Previous experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee Quantity Surveyor role within construction
Experience working on residential, mixed-use, or high-rise developments would be advantageous
A good understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes
Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop professionally
The ability to work effectively within a fast-paced project environment
A relevant construction or quantity surveying qualification, or currently studying towards oneWhat's on Offer

Our client is a well-established and highly respected construction contractor with a heritage dating back to 1955. Operating across the UK, they deliver high-quality residential and mixed-use developments, including affordable housing, build-to-rent schemes, multi-family developments, and high-rise residential projects. With a reputation for quality, innovation, and long-term client partnerships, the business has successfully delivered thousands of homes and continues to experience sustained growth across major city centre developments nationwide.

Salary/Package - £30,000 - £38,000 + Excellent Benefits Package, Competitive basic salary of £30,000 - £38,000
Attractive benefits package
Opportunity to work on a landmark high-rise development in Manchester City Centre
Excellent mentoring and career development opportunities
Clear progression pathway towards Quantity Surveyor level and beyond
Exposure to complex and technically challenging projects
Long-term career stability with a growing and well-respected contractorApply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.