Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Location: London
Sector: Social Housing / Property Services
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000

PSR Solutions are partnering with a leading property services contractor to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of social housing maintenance, planned works, and retrofit programmes across London and the South East.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established contractor working on long-term frameworks, offering stability, structured progression, and the opportunity to develop into a Quantity Surveyor role.

The Role

Reporting to the Quantity Surveyor and Senior Commercial Team, you will provide day-to-day commercial support across multiple workstreams, including planned maintenance, refurbishment, and decarbonisation projects.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting with subcontract procurement from enquiry through to appointment
Supporting the preparation and issuing of subcontract documentation
Assisting with cost planning, budgeting, and financial control
Preparing and processing subcontractor payments, valuations, and variations
Supporting cost monitoring and reporting to senior management
Assisting with monthly CVRs, accruals, and forecasts
Helping to manage commercial risk and ensure contractual compliance
Supporting the preparation and agreement of final accountsThis role offers exposure to high-volume, fast-paced residential frameworks, with clear progression into a Quantity Surveyor position.

Requirements

Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or in a commercial support role
Experience within social housing, maintenance, or refurbishment projects is desirable
Strong understanding of subcontract procurement, valuations, variations, and cost reporting
Experience assisting with CVRs and forecasting
Working knowledge of standard forms of contract (e.g. JCT)
Relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying (HNC/HND/Degree or equivalent), or working towards
Strong commercial awareness, organisation, and communication skills
Ambition to progress towards Quantity Surveyor level

What's on Offer

Salary between £30,000 – £40,000 plus package
Structured career development and progression opportunities
Exposure to long-term secured frameworks
Supportive and experienced commercial teamIf you are an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to progress your career within a stable and growing sector, contact PSR Solutions for a confidential discussion