Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Location: South East London
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 + package
Sector: Modular Construction / Residential / MMC

About the Role
Our client is an innovative and rapidly growing construction business specialising in the design and delivery of high-quality, sustainable modular housing solutions.
Working across residential, social housing, healthcare and private development schemes, our client provides a full turnkey service covering feasibility, design, manufacture, construction, installation and handover. Their projects utilise modern methods of construction to deliver high-quality homes efficiently, with a strong focus on sustainability, affordability and reducing carbon emissions.
Due to continued growth and an expanding project pipeline, they are looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their commercial career within a forward-thinking construction environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Quantity Surveying team with the commercial management of projects.
• Assisting with the preparation and management of project budgets and cost plans.
• Supporting the preparation of tenders and subcontractor enquiries.
• Obtaining, analysing and comparing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Assisting with the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Preparing and maintaining commercial documentation.
• Assisting with valuations, applications for payment and payment notices.
• Supporting the preparation and agreement of variations and compensation events.
• Assisting with cost reporting and forecasting.
• Monitoring project expenditure against agreed budgets.
• Assisting with monthly CVRs and commercial reports.
• Supporting the management of subcontractor accounts.
• Reviewing subcontractor applications and invoices.
• Assisting with final accounts and commercial close-out.
• Identifying potential commercial risks and opportunities.
• Working closely with project managers, designers, engineers and the wider commercial team.
• Developing an understanding of contractual obligations and project requirements.
• Assisting with procurement and supply-chain management.
• Maintaining accurate records throughout the project lifecycle.
• Supporting the commercial team across projects from pre-construction through to completion.
• Developing your understanding of modern methods of construction and offsite manufacturing.

• Previous experience within a Quantity Surveying or Commercial environment.
• Ideally 1–3 years'' experience within construction.
• Degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline is desirable.
• Experience within residential, main contracting, modular construction, MMC or a related construction environment would be advantageous.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Good understanding of construction costs and commercial processes.
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Commercially aware with excellent attention to detail.
• Keen to develop a long-term career within Quantity Surveying.
• Comfortable working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• A proactive approach with the ability to take ownership of tasks.

• £35,000 – £45,000 salary depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join an innovative and growing construction business.
• Exposure to exciting modular and modern methods of construction projects.
• Excellent career development opportunities.
• Broad exposure across pre-construction and project delivery.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced commercial professionals.
• Training and professional development support.
• Pension contribution.
• Annual leave entitlement.
• Opportunity to progress into a Quantity Surveyor position as your experience develops.