Quantity Surveyor
Quantity Surveyor | Heritage Restoration & Conservation | Up to £65,000 + Benefits | Berkshire
Are you an Assistant or Quantity Surveyor with an eye for detail and a passion for historic buildings? This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the UK’s most respected heritage and conservation contractors, supporting the commercial management of restoration projects across London and the South East.
If you're looking to grow your QS career in a specialist environment working on culturally significant buildings, this role offers hands-on learning, career progression, and the chance to be part of a team preserving the nation’s architectural legacy.
What You’ll Be Doing (The Role)
Supporting senior Quantity Surveyors with commercial management across multiple conservation projects
Assisting with valuations, variations, subcontractor payments, and cost reporting
Helping to manage procurement and tender comparisons for specialist trades
Attending site visits, taking measurements, and supporting cost analysis and forecasting
Preparing project documentation in line with contract and heritage requirements
Working closely with site teams and consultants to ensure financial accuracy and compliance About You
Experience in an Assistant QS or QS role within construction, ideally with refurbishment or traditional build exposure
Interest in heritage, listed buildings, and traditional materials like stone, timber, lime, and lead
Strong numeracy, attention to detail, and willingness to learn from senior professionals
Familiar with core QS tasks such as cost control, subcontractor accounts, and valuations
Degree-qualified or working towards a qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
Motivated to develop in a specialist sector and take on more responsibility over time About the Company
This award-winning conservation contractor is a leader in the restoration and renewal of historic buildings across London and the South East. Their project portfolio includes churches, civic buildings, palaces, and heritage landmarks — combining traditional craft skills with modern project delivery. With in-house trades including stone masonry, joinery, decorative finishes, and roofing, they offer an end-to-end service with a focus on quality, legacy, and craftsmanship. They are committed to nurturing new talent through structured support and training.
What’s In It For You?
Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience
21 days holiday + bank holidays
Enhanced pension and employee benefits package
Hands-on training and mentoring from experienced heritage QS professionals
Career progression into Quantity Surveyor or Project QS roles
Support for RICS/APC pathways and further education
A unique opportunity to work on some of the UK’s most treasured buildings How to Apply
If you’re an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to grow your career on meaningful, historic projects — apply today and we’ll be in touch within 48 hours to discuss your application in confidence