Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Description:

Here's a fully reworked version with fresh wording and a stronger development focus:

A specialist cost consultancy in London is looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join its high-performing team. This is a strong opportunity for a developing surveyor to gain exposure to major projects across commercial, residential, hospitality, life sciences, and mixed-use sectors while working within a business known for technical quality and strong client relationships.

The successful Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support the delivery of projects across both pre- and post-contract stages. You will assist with cost planning, procurement, tendering, valuations, change control, and reporting, while working closely with senior surveyors, clients, and wider design teams.

This role would suit an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor who already has some consultancy experience and is ready to build greater confidence, take on more project responsibility, and progress towards MRICS within a structured and supportive environment.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Key Responsibilities:

Assisting with cost plans, estimates, and early-stage budget advice

Supporting tender preparation, procurement, and contractor analysis

Helping manage valuations, variations, and change control

Producing cost reports and maintaining accurate project records

Attending client meetings, design reviews, and site visits

Supporting final account preparation and project close-out

Working alongside senior team members across multiple live schemes

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Candidate Requirements:

Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline

Previous experience within a UK consultancy environment

Exposure to both pre- and post-contract cost management

Working towards MRICS or keen to begin the APC process

Strong numerical, communication, and organisational skills

Commercially aware, proactive, and keen to take on responsibility

In Return:

£40,000-£45,000 per annum

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

Structured APC support and mentoring

Pension scheme

Private healthcare

Professional membership fees paid

Exposure to high-profile London projects

Clear progression towards Project Quantity Surveyor

If you are an Assistant Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, then please contact Dan McEvoy at Brandon James.

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Reference #DM22667

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