Assistant Quantity Surveyor

I am looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a contractor in Cornwall. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support the commercial team in delivering cost-effective, compliant, and high-quality social housing projects, including planned maintenance, refurbishment, new-build developments, and responsive repairs.

The role involves assisting with cost control, contract administration, procurement, valuations, and financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget while meeting regulatory and client requirements.

Responsibilities of the Assistant Quantity Surveyor:

Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and cashflow forecasts.
Support the monitoring and reporting of project costs against budgets.
Help maintain cost databases and benchmark information for future projects.
Prepare and assist in monthly commercial reports, CVRs (Cost Value Reconciliations), and financial summaries.
Assist in preparing tender documentation for labour, materials, and subcontract packages.
Help evaluate subcontractor quotations, ensuring price accuracy and compliance.
Support procurement of subcontractors and suppliers in line with the company’s procurement policies.
Participate in tender analysis and negotiation processes.
Support senior QS staff with administering JCT, NEC, or bespoke social housing contracts.
Help prepare and issue subcontract orders and variations.
What is required for the role:

Working toward or holding a relevant qualification (e.g., BSc Quantity Surveying, HNC/HND in Construction).
Strong numerical and analytical skills.
Understanding of construction measurements and valuation principles.
Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and general IT systems.
Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
Willingness to learn and develop within a commercial team.
Experience within social housing, affordable housing, repairs & maintenance, or refurbishment.
Benefits of the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role: 

25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Range of Salary Sacrifice Schemes [holiday purchase, EV schemes, AVC Pension contributions]
Life Assurance cover
Wellbeing Resources and Counselling services
Other general permanent benefits 
If you are interested in applying for the Assistant Quantity Surveyor role, apply now or for more details contact Chelsie Fowler at build recruitment on (phone number removed) // (url removed)