25 trainee assistant quantity surveyor jobs found

We are currently working with a national housebuilder based in Surrey who are hiring for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support their Commercial team working on new home developments across Surrey. Developments range between 50-150 unit trad build schemes which are running until late 2027. Duties will include; Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, forecasts, and cost control measures. Monitor site performance against plans, budgets, and financial targets. Track project costs and highlight potential variances. Support the preparation of cashflows, cost reports, and cost-to-complete forecasts. Provide timely cost reports and key updates to senior team members. Assist in preparing tender documentation and analysing subcontractor and supplier quotations. Support the procurement process and help prepare and issue subcontract agreements and orders. Prepare interim valuations and applications for payment. Measure works on site to support valuation and cost...

Job Title: Trainee/Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location: Wolverhampton (West Midlands) Sector: Construction - New Build Projects Salary: 30,000 - 40,000 + Package Role Overview: We are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team, supporting the commercial delivery of new build construction projects across the West Midlands. This is a great opportunity to develop your career within a supportive and fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: Assist with the commercial management of construction projects from pre-construction through to final account Support in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents Help manage subcontractor procurement, including enquiries, analysis, and order placement Assist with valuations, variations, and cost reporting Monitor project costs and help ensure projects are delivered within budget Support with contract administration and document control Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and...

Trainee / Assistant Quantity Surveyor South Yorkshire Due to sustained growth our client is looking to add a new member to their Commercial Team. Specialising in Roads and Sewers, Drainage, Foundations, landscaping and external works, we are keen to speak with candidates who are looking to progress a career Quantity Surveying. You will be in an environment where you will be working alongside experienced Surveyors and Managers who will be on hand to guid and mentor when needed/ What you can expect Visiting Site throughout the region Re-measure of all Site works Obtaining site instructions for additional works Sub-contractor procurement Control and administer sub-Contract accounts Shadowing duties of the QS Efficiently report on Site Progress Liaise with Contracts Management on Cost Control and all financial matters relating to the Contract Ensure Instructions and Variations are obtained and properly valued Pricing of variations and dayworks Using Microsoft...

Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor Location: Bristol BS1 Salary: £35,000 £45,000 + car allowance + package Sector: Regional Main Contractor Refurbishment & Fit Out Start Date: Flexible / Immediate Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor The Company Our client is a growing and well-respected regional main contractor delivering commercial refurbishment and fit out projects across the South West, typically within around 45 minutes of Bristol. Project values generally range from £200k to £13m. With a strong pipeline of secured work and a reputation built on repeat business, the company continues to grow in a controlled and sustainable way. The business places genuine emphasis on developing its commercial team, offering clear progression routes, exposure to a wide range of projects, and close support from experienced Commercial Managers. Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Quantity Surveyor The Role Based from the Bristol office...

A fast-growing contractor in the solar and renewables sector is seeking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor as part of a commercial team build that is at a very early stage. Backed by a 700m turnover group, with an excellent benefits package and clearly mapped progression routes, this is a genuine opportunity to get in early and build a long-term career as the business scales. The business has achieved 142% growth over the past 12 months and has clear plans to grow from 17m turnover last year to 50m within the next three years. Following rapid expansion, the company continues to invest in its people, systems and delivery capability. You will join a lean, agile commercial team, working closely with the Commercial Manager, gaining hands-on exposure, structured mentorship and early responsibility in a high-growth environment. Assistant Quantity Surveyor Salary & Benefits Salary: 30,000 to 40,000 (DOE) 25 to 30 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension scheme Project...

Senior Quantity Surveyor - Welwyn Garden City 75,000 - 95,000 + Package Tier 1 Main Contractor Northern Home Counties The Opportunity A leading Tier 1 main contractor is seeking an experienced and commercially astute Senior Quantity Surveyor to join their Northern Home Counties business, based out of Welwyn Garden City. This is a pivotal hire within a growing regional team, offering the opportunity to take full commercial ownership of a major education scheme and play a key role in future project delivery across the region. This position is ideally suited to a "No.1" Senior QS who is confident operating autonomously, leading projects from pre-construction through to final account, and managing both internal teams and external stakeholders. The business has a strong pipeline of secured work across education, healthcare, leisure, and public sector frameworks, providing long-term stability and clear career progression. The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you...

Ivy Resource Group are working with a leading contractor to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for a permanent role based in Wolverhampton. You will be supporting the delivery of a diverse portfolio of commercial projects including schools, hospitals, MOD bases, colleges, universities, and leisure centres. The company: Our client is a national construction company and family-owned business that has a passion for innovation and a drive for achieving excellence. They have been in business for over 30 years and work across a variety of sectors, including: Commercial, Leisure, Education, Healthcare, Residential and Retail. The Role: Supporting the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account Assisting with cost planning, procurement, valuations, variations, and cost reporting Supporting subcontractor procurement, administration, and payment processes Assisting with forecasting and monitoring project budgets...

Vacancy Summary Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Cambridgeshire (Office on outskirts of Cambridge with parking and flexible working available) Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 50k- 60k basic plus competitive package with market leading bonus and holiday allowance. Company & Project: An national Quantity Surveying Consultancy operating across multiple sectors including Residential, Mixed-Use, Industrial, Commercial, Leisure and Infrastructure, are seeking to recruit an experienced and ambitious Quantity Surveyor to complement and add to their team, based on the outskirts of Cambridge. Our client has an excellent opportunity for a Quantity Surveyor that is looking to progress their career in a forward thinking and stable business with a clear pathway to Senior level. You will be joining a business that is an award winning consultant with long standing leadership team and high staff retention rates. The...

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Healthcare, Education & Commercial Projects Location: North West Salary: £35,000 £45,000 Package: Car allowance, mileage, 23 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service), early finish Fridays, plus full benefits package Our client is a privately owned design & build contractor delivering complex projects across the healthcare, education, and commercial sectors. With a strong reputation for quality delivery and a collaborative culture, they continue to secure repeat business across live and regulated environments. Due to sustained growth, they are looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of multiple schemes. The Role Reporting to a Quantity Surveyor, Project Lead, or Director, the Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support the commercial delivery of one or multiple projects. Working closely with the Project Quantity Surveyor and wider commercial team, you will assist in ensuring...

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Main Contractor (Refurbishment & Maintenance) St Albans, Hertfordshire £45,000 - £50,000 + Car Allowance, Bonus, Healthcare & Package The Headlines - Assistant Quantity Surveyor role with a growing £30m turnover main contractor in Hertfordshire. - Work across refurbishment, maintenance, and public sector construction projects up to £6m. - Strong focus on cost control, procurement, and commercial support on fast-paced schemes. - Clear progression into Quantity Surveyor and Senior QS roles within a thriving business. - Excellent salary, benefits, and long-term career development. Your Next Job - What You'll Be Doing This is a brilliant opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a fast-growing main contractor based in St Albans. You'll support the commercial team across multiple live construction projects, gaining hands-on experience in cost management, subcontract procurement, and valuations. Working closely...

We are seeking an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic construction team delivering complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects. This is a key commercial role responsible for managing costs, contracts, and financial performance from project handover through to final account. Key Responsibilities Manage commercial delivery from project handover through to final account, ensuring effective control of budgets, costs, and progress Conduct regular site visits, assess progress, value variations, and produce accurate commercial reports Manage all contractual and commercial obligations, including negotiations, settlements, and payment processes Procure, manage, and maintain relationships with subcontractors and supply chain partners Support estimating and bid activities, including strategy development, documentation, and client presentations Maintain risk registers and contribute to proactive problem-solving across project teams Lead and support Assistant...

About the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor As Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will be joining a family-feel Main Contractor who has 5 offices across the UK. This office is based in Oxford with a turnover of approximately 60m. However, turnover isn't their core priority. Instead, they focus on sustaining success and incremental growth by being very risk adverse. They cover a range of sectors such as education, labs, student accommodations, retail, healthcare and defence. Their projects are valued up to 30m, predominately under JCT D&B or Trad. Key Responsibilities of Senior Quantity Surveyor Include but not limited to: Managing the upstream process from procurement to final accounts Take full commercial responsibility for projects Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget Prepare and manage detailed cost plans, budgets and forecasts Lead the procurement of subcontractor packages Manage and mentor Assistant/Trainee Quantity Surveyors Key...

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Utilities & Infrastructure Leeds £30k - £40k + Package We re working with a leading utilities provider to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team, supporting the delivery of infrastructure projects across the region. This is an excellent opportunity for a Trainee or Assistant QS to gain exposure across the full project lifecycle. You ll be supported by an experienced commercial team while building your skills in contract management, cost control, and project delivery. The role is based in Leeds, with a mix of office working and site visits. What You ll Be Doing; Supporting the commercial management of multiple projects Assisting with cost estimates, reporting and forecasting Supporting contract administration (primarily NEC) Helping assess applications for payment and variations Maintaining commercial records and registers Identifying risks and supporting cost control measures Working closely...

Vacancy Summary Job Title: Quantity Surveyor Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Suffolk Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 50k- 60k basic plus competitive package inc car allowance, pension, performance bonus etc. Company & Project: Apple Technical Recruitment are working exclusively with a privately owned Main Contractor with a busy pipeline of work across Suffolk. They are looking to grow their Commercial team due to new projects secured in Bury St Edmunds, Mildenhall and Ipswich. The business works across the Mixed-Use, Commercial, Education and Healthcare sectors on projects valued c 5m- 15m. The successful candidate will be joining the business to work on a project c 10m Commercial project based near Bury St Edmunds. With a clear structure and programme in place for their employees personal development, this role is a very good opportunity for a surveyor to lead their own projects in a collaborative team environment. Duties &...

Vacancy Summary Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor Job Type: Permanent Job Ref: Location: Hertfordshire Start Date: ASAP Salary: c 40k- 47k basic plus competitive package inc car or allowance, health, performance bonus. Company & Project: Apple Technical Recruitment are working alongside a well thought of Main Contractor operating across Hertfordshire and North London who are looking to recruit an ambitious and driven Assistant Quantity Surveyor to complement their Commercial Management team working on a c 20m+ Mixed Use project in the local area. The opportunity has a clear pathway for progression to Quantity Surveyor level, with full support for further professional development, RICS/ICES APC guidance, and internal training. Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will support the Senior Commercial team with: Assisting in daily commercial management functions during both 2nd stage procurement and on-site delivery....

My Client a leading Rail contractor and provides design and build services to clients in the rail and transportation sector. They are currently seeking a Quantity Surveyor to join their team due to a strong pipeline of work. This opportunity offer a clear career path as well the opportunity to become chartered. Location: Hatfield + hybrid working (3 days in the office) Rate: 380- 400 per day outside 1r35 Due to significant growth, my client is looking to add a Quantity Surveyor to their team to work on a number of multidisciplinary rail projects across the UK. Please note, my client is open to Quantity Surveyors of all levels, so please still apply if you are an Assistant or Trainee Quantity Surveyor. Requirements: Experience working on rail projects Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management 2-3 years experience as a Quantity Surveyor Full UK driving license

Trainee Quantity Surveyor - Permanent - Up to 35,000 per annum - Full Time Maldon - office based We are partnering with a well established, family run construction business that has been thriving for many years in the local area. They offer a supportive culture, long standing employees, and an impressive portfolio of projects ranging from 10,000 to 5 million. They are now looking for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor and here is what makes this opportunity stand out. You do not need to already be a Quantity Surveyor. You simply need the drive and interest to become one. Whether you are a graduate or someone with experience in construction, construction supply, estimating, or document control, this role offers a genuine pathway into a commercial career. The role You will not be confined to one task or department. Instead, you will gain hands on experience across the full commercial lifecycle, including: Assisting with estimating and tender preparation Supporting...

Graduate / Trainee Quantity Surveyor Curtain Walling & Facades Our client is a well-established, high-end UK manufacturer and contractor within the curtain walling, architectural glazing and façade sector. They are looking to recruit a Graduate / Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join their team, working alongside and learning from an experienced QS and site management team. This is a structured entry-level role with full training provided, both from their North Somerset office and on-site. Location: North Somerset (Bristol/Bath area, close to Bristol Airport) Package: £28k £30k basic + annual bonus + 22 days holiday The Role Trainee Quantity Surveyor • Supporting an experienced Quantity Surveyor and site team on live projects • Gaining exposure from design stage through to project completion • Assisting with valuations, cost control and budget management • Supporting labour tracking and the payment process • Attending site visits, gaining hands-on...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Opportunity for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to work for a leading Main Contractor based in the heart of London. This is an exciting new role due to additional workload with new projects secured and started on site. About the role of Senior Quantity Surveyor As Senior Quantity Surveyor be to work leading the commercial team on being site based on either Commercial, Mixed use, hotels or education schemes under JCT form of contract typically 2 stages ranging in value from 40 Million - 100 Million. Initially working as part of the PCSA or 2 stage, with a plan to work site based delivering the scheme within the next 3 months reporting to a Commercial Manager. With the majority of their projects across Zones 1 and 2 London. You will be responsible for but not limited to; managing packages from procurement through to final accounting Working with the team to ensure subcontractors are managed on site, CVRs, review drawings, mentor junior members of...

Are you a Rail Quantity Surveyor with experience working for a contractor on major rail or civils projects? Do you want the opportunity to work on a major rail project? Location: Birmingham + 1 day working from home per week Salary: £45,000 to £58,000 per annum DOE Hours: 40 hours per week, Mon-Fri Are you a proactive and experienced Quantity Surveyor with a proven ability to take ownership and drive results? If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have the confidence to manage your workload independently, this could be the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact on a critical infrastructure project. Benefits: Company Pension - 6% employer contribution 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays Buy additional annual leave scheme Succession planning and annual performance reviews Employee Assistance Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Aviva Digital GP Flu vaccinations Health Cashplan - provides cover for employee and dependent children and...