Details:
- Salary: £35,000 - 45,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Whitchurch Shropshire
- Date: 20 hours ago
Description:
Assistant Quantity Surveyor - New Build Housing
Location - Whitchurch, Shropshire
Salary/Package - £35,000 - £45,000 + Excellent Benefits Package
About the Company
Our client is a growing, family-owned housebuilder with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality bespoke homes across Cheshire, Shropshire, Staffordshire, Herefordshire, and the surrounding regions. With a strong focus on craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and sustainable communities, they pride themselves on creating exceptional homes in carefully selected locations.
Driven by quality, integrity, and customer satisfaction, the business has built long-standing relationships with homeowners, consultants, and supply chain partners. With an exciting pipeline of new residential developments and continued investment in their people, they are now seeking an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team and develop a long-term career within the housebuilding sector.
The Role
As Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for:
Assisting in the commercial management of new build housing developments from procurement through to final account
Supporting the preparation of subcontractor packages, enquiries, and orders
Assisting with subcontractor valuations, payments, and final accounts
Monitoring project costs and assisting with cost reporting and CVRs
Managing variations and maintaining accurate commercial records
Supporting procurement activities and supplier negotiations
Working closely with Site Managers, Buyers, and the wider commercial team
Assisting with forecasting and budget management
Building strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
Ensuring commercial procedures are followed throughout the project lifecycle
The Ideal Candidate
The successful Assistant Quantity Surveyor will have:
Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor within housebuilding or residential construction
Alternatively, experience with a Main Contractor looking to move into the housebuilding sector will also be considered
Good commercial awareness and a willingness to develop within a supportive team
Knowledge of subcontract procurement and cost management
Excellent communication and organisational skills
A proactive attitude with strong attention to detail
Degree qualified or working towards a qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management
Full UK Driving Licence
What's on Offer
Competitive basic salary of £35,000 - £45,000
Attractive benefits package
Opportunity to join a growing and highly respected housebuilder
Exposure to high-quality new build residential developments
Structured career progression and ongoing professional development
Supportive and collaborative commercial team
Long-term career stability within an expanding business
Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.
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