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Posted 21 July, 2026

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Reed
Liverpool, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

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  • Annual Salary: £34,000 - £36,000 per annum
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  • Location: Liverpool
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  • Job Type: Full-time
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We are seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our growing commercial team within the utilities sector. This role offers a fantastic opportunity for individuals with experience in the utilities industry who are eager to enhance their commercial skills and advance their career in quantity surveying and commercial management.

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Day-to-day of the role:

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  • Manage and maintain work orders throughout the project lifecycle.
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  • Assist with the preparation, submission, and tracking of Compensation Events (CEs).
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  • Support the preparation and submission of Applications for Payment.
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  • Maintain accurate commercial records, trackers, and project documentation.
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  • Respond to client and internal commercial queries in a timely and professional manner.
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  • Liaise with operational, project, finance, and client teams to resolve commercial matters.
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  • Investigate and resolve invoice, payment, and cost-related discrepancies.
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  • Ensure commercial processes are followed and project information remains accurate and up to date.
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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Essential:

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  • Knowledge of the utilities industry.
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  • Understanding of utility operations, project delivery, and industry processes.
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  • Strong organisational and administrative skills.
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  • Good communication skills with the ability to build relationships with clients.
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  • Competent in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
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  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload effectively.
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  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
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Desirable:

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  • Previous experience within a commercial, quantity surveying, project support, planning, or operational role.
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  • Understanding of work orders, applications for payment, compensation events, or commercial processes.
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  • Knowledge of NEC contracts.
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Benefits:

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  • Competitive salary range of £34k - £36k.
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  • Regular working hours from 7am to 4pm, Monday to Friday, facilitating work-life balance.
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  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment.
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  • Career development opportunities in quantity surveying and commercial management.
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To apply for the Assistant Quantity Surveyor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

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