Posted 21 July, 2026
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Australasian Recruitment Company
London, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
ASSISTANT QUANTITY SURVEYOR An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a highly regarded residential construction company renowned for delivering exceptional, detail-focused projects across South West London. Working closely with the Company Directors, Contracts Manager, Quantity Surveyor and key stakeholders, you will support the financial and contractual management of multiple high-end residential developments. With a strong reputation built on client recommendations, quality workmanship and reliable project delivery, this role offers the chance to become part of a professional, collaborative and customer-focused team.ASSISTANT QUANTITY SURVEYOR ROLE: \n
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- Assisting with the preparation of estimates, cost plans, bills of quantities and tender submissions within required timescales \n
- Supporting measurement and take-offs from drawings and specifications under supervision \n
- Assisting with the preparation of variation documentation \n
- Collaborating with the commercial team to evaluate subcontractor and supplier quotations \n
- Assisting with cost tracking, valuations and payment applications \n
- Supporting procurement and contract administration activities, including maintaining project files, commercial records and cost data \n
- Assisting with the preparation of financial reports, cost forecasts and project progress updates \n
- Attending site visits to monitor project progress, variations and record-keeping requirements \n
- Ensuring compliance with company procedures, health and safety requirements, and industry standards \n
- Liaising with internal and external stakeholders and maintaining strong supplier relationships to gather information and secure the best available pricing \n
- Supporting the management of subcontractor contracts, ensuring all variations are accurately documented \n
- Attending client meetings where required, accurately recording key information and ensuring actions are completed in line with project requirements \n
- Supporting the Quantity Surveyor in liaising closely with the finance team to ensure accurate and timely cost reporting \n
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- Maintaining discretion and handling confidential client information with the utmost professionalism \n
- Applying strong communication skills when interacting with clients, contractors, site teams, directors and the head office finance team \n
- Taking a proactive approach to problem-solving, seeking solutions and collaborating with others to resolve issues effectively \n
- Managing multiple deadlines effectively whilst working under pressure \n
- Maintaining a positive attitude and proactive, can-do approach to resolving challenges and achieving successful outcomes \n
- Holding a degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related discipline \n
- Demonstrating experience within a similar Assistant Quantity Surveyor role, ideally within specialist contracting or main contracting environments, preferably within a smaller organisation \n
- Applying strong commercial awareness and numerical aptitude \n
- Utilising advanced Microsoft Excel skills \n
- Working with Bluebeam or similar software packages, although this is not essential \n
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- Receiving a workplace pension scheme \n
- Enjoying 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays \n
- Accessing Cycle to Work and Tech Scheme benefits \n
