Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Role: Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Sector: Prime Residential

Location: Central London

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 + Travel + Healthcare + Benefits

About your new company:

Our client is a leading high-end residential contractor specialising in luxury property
construction, refurbishment, and maintenance across London. They pride ourselves on exceptional quality, attention to detail, and seamless project delivery from carrying out complex refurbishments and fit outs to new build luxury properties across London & South East.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Role:

Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-driven Junior/Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team on high-end residential projects. This role is ideal for a recent graduate or someone with up to 3 years’ industry experience, including placements or work on high-spec residential schemes. You will work closely with a Senior QS, gaining hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

* Assist Senior QS in managing commercial aspects across one or two projects

* Assistance with managing subcontractor accounts, including procurement, valuations, payments and final accounts

* Help in the preparation, assessment, and negotiation of variations

* Assist in cost reporting and forecasting to ensure accurate project financials

* Contribute to tendering processes and documentation

* Maintain accurate records, measurement, and project documentation

* Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to support commercial delivery

* Conduct site visits to monitor progress and assist with valuations

Required Experience & Qualifications for the Assistant Quantity Surveyor:

* Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline

* Minimum of 2-3 experience, including industrial placement, within high-end residential construction

* Understanding of construction contracts, cost management, and commercial processes

* Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills

* Proficient with MS Excel and relevant QS software

* Strong communication skills and willingness to learn under guidance of a Senior QS

Personal Attributes

* Proactive, enthusiastic, and eager to develop professionally

* Keen attention to detail with a methodical approach to work

* Ability to work collaboratively within a team

* Strong integrity and professionalism