Assistant / Junior Quantity Surveyor – Utilities / Civils

Avolon M&E

Assistant / Junior Quantity Surveyor – Utilities / Civils

Location: Havant (Office-Based)
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 + Training & Development
Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm

We’re working with a well-established contractor in the utilities sector who are looking to bring in an Assistant / Junior Quantity Surveyor to join their growing commercial team.

This is a brilliant opportunity for someone with around 2+ years’ QS or commercial experience who wants exposure across the full project lifecycle, working within a supportive, close-knit and fast-paced team.

The office environment is energetic and collaborative, so this would suit someone who enjoys being around people and being part of a team.

The Role

You’ll be working across multiple frameworks and projects at the same time, supporting commercial delivery across a range of works including water mains, repairs, smart metering and infrastructure upgrades.

Day-to-day, you’ll be involved in:

* Estimating and pricing works

* Managing applications and valuations

* Cost tracking and reporting across projects

* Procurement and raising orders

* Invoicing and financial admin

* Supporting contract administration (NEC-style environments)

* Working closely with operational teams and clients

You’ll get exposure to the full commercial function, making this a great step for someone looking to grow into a fully-fledged QS.

What They’re Looking For

* Around 2+ years’ experience in a QS / Assistant QS / commercial role

* Strong Excel skills (this is heavily spreadsheet-driven)

* Exposure to estimating and cost tracking

* Background in utilities, civils, or infrastructure would be ideal

* Any experience with IFS or CEMAR would be a bonus

* Strong organisation and attention to detail

* A confident communicator and team player

What’s On Offer

* £40k – £50k depending on experience

* Supportive team environment with real training and development

* Exposure to multiple projects and frameworks

* Clear progression opportunities