Assistant Quantity Surveyor

1st Executive Ltd
Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Kent / South East London (Hybrid Working Available)

The Opportunity

Our client is a well-established and highly respected multi-disciplinary consultancy delivering professional services across the public sector, residential, and property sectors. With a strong pipeline of projects and a reputation for quality, innovation, and long-term client partnerships, they are looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their growing Cost Consultancy team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Quantity Surveyor with 2-3 years’ post-graduate experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive consultancy environment. The successful candidate will gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects while working alongside experienced surveyors and industry professionals.

The Role

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support the delivery of cost management and commercial services across a range of construction and refurbishment projects.

Working closely with senior surveyors, project teams, clients, and contractors, you will contribute to the successful commercial management of projects from inception through to final account, ensuring value for money and effective cost control throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of cost plans, estimates, budgets, and feasibility studies for construction and refurbishment projects.
• Support the administration of building contracts, including valuations, variations, and final accounts.
• Assist with procurement activities, including tender preparation, tender analysis, and reporting.
• Prepare and review interim valuations and project cost reports.
• Monitor project costs, expenditure, and cash flow forecasts, identifying risks and opportunities.
• Support the provision of commercial and contractual advice to clients and project teams.
• Work collaboratively with project managers, building surveyors, contractors, and other consultants.
• Assist in the delivery of refurbishment, maintenance, compliance, and capital works projects.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with professional standards, industry best practice, and client requirements.
• Maintain accurate project records and contribute to project reporting and governance processes.

About YouEssential Requirements

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline.
• 2-3 years’ post-degree experience within a Quantity Surveying role.
• Experience working within a consultancy, cost consultancy, or private practice environment.
• Good understanding of construction costs, procurement routes, and contract administration.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively within a team environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Experience within the social housing, residential, or public sector environment.
• Exposure to refurbishment, planned maintenance, compliance, or capital works projects.
• Working knowledge of JCT contracts.
• Progress towards RICS chartership or a desire to work towards professional accreditation.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness.
• Proactive and eager to learn from experienced professionals.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Effective stakeholder communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively while taking ownership of allocated tasks.
• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering practical solutions.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing and highly respected consultancy.
• Exposure to a varied portfolio of projects across the public and residential sectors.
• Structured career development and mentoring from experienced professionals.
• Support towards professional development and chartership where applicable.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment with clear progression opportunities.