Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Description:

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Nottinghamshire (Project-Based)
Salary: Up to £40,000 + Package

A well-established regional main contractor operating across the Midlands is seeking an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a landmark £20 million private healthcare facility project in Nottinghamshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware and motivated individual looking to develop their career within a reputable contractor known for delivering high-quality projects across healthcare, commercial, education, and mixed-use sectors.

The Role

Working closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor and wider project team, you will support the commercial management of a major healthcare scheme from procurement through to final account. This role offers strong exposure to all stages of project delivery and provides an ideal environment for career progression.

Key responsibilities will include:

Assisting with cost planning, budgeting, and financial reporting
Supporting procurement of subcontract packages
Preparing subcontract enquiries, comparisons, and recommendations
Measuring and valuing subcontractor applications and variations
Assisting with monthly valuations and cost/value reconciliations
Monitoring project costs and identifying commercial risks/opportunities
Supporting change control and variation management
Assisting with preparation of final accounts
Maintaining strong relationships with subcontractors, suppliers, and site teams
Ensuring commercial processes are followed in line with company procedures

About You

We are looking for someone eager to build a long-term career in quantity surveying within the construction industry.

You will ideally have:

Experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Trainee QS, or Graduate QS role
Exposure to main contracting or construction project environments
A degree/HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline (or working towards)
Good commercial awareness and strong numerical skills
Excellent communication and organisational abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn from experienced professionalsExperience working on healthcare, commercial, or large-scale construction projects would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer

Salary up to £40,000 depending on experience
Attractive benefits package
Career development and mentorship from experienced commercial leaders
Opportunity to work on a prestigious £20m healthcare development
Long-term progression within a successful regional contractorThis is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to take the next step with a contractor that values development, quality, and long-term career growth