Assistant Quantity Surveyor

A leading flooring subcontractor in Bedford has an opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This is a versatile role covering commercial management, project support and estimating. You will be joining a strong, experienced team of five in a business known for quality, reliability and excellent client relationships.

Hybrid working is available after a training period.

Up to £35,000

Pension

25 days holiday (including 3 days for Christmas)

The business specialises in high-quality floor and wall finishes and works with Tier 1 and Tier 2 Contractors across Airports, Healthcare, Defence, Leisure, Commercial, Hotels, Education and Residential. They deliver first‑class installations on time, every time.

The team enjoys a great working environment with strong experience, support, plenty of banter and regular social activities. They are well‑established, collaborative and commercially focused.

Projects typically range between £5,000 and £2,000,000.

This is an office-based role with regular site visits. You will work across commercial duties, project management support and estimating. You must be versatile and confident managing multiple responsibilities.

• Applications for payment
• Measuring works and reviewing drawings
• Supporting cost reporting and forecasting
• Preparing and reviewing subcontractor packages
• Comparing quotations and supporting procurement
• Assisting with contract administration and commercial documentation
• Carrying out site visits and site surveys (1–2 times per week)
• Managing 6–8 live sites
• Acting as Project Manager when required (covering holidays or absence)
• Supporting estimating on tenders and pricing exercises
• Working on projects requiring security clearance

• Assistant Quantity Surveyors with subcontractor experience
• Candidates with flooring or specialist subcontractor background
• Individuals with 1 year+ QS experience looking to progress

• Ideally 1 year+ experience as a Quantity Surveyor
• Flooring or subcontractor background preferred
• Must be able to drive
• Versatile and able to manage multiple responsibilities
• Strong attention to detail
• Able to manage 6–8 live sites
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Able to work independently and within a team
• Comfortable working on security‑cleared projects (training provided)

8.30am – 5.00pm Hybrid working available after a training period.