Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Company Description

About Advisory

SOCOTEC Advisory is a chartered quantity surveying and expert consultancy division that delivers expert advice, commercial management and dispute resolution services for complex construction and infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally. Our experienced team of quantity surveyors, forensic expert witnesses and advisory specialists supports clients with cost planning, contract administration, forensic analysis, delay review and expert testimony, helping to reduce risk, resolve disputes and inform strategic decisions.

Trusted by lawyers, insurers, developers, contractors and public sector organisations, we provide bespoke, high quality solutions that add value at every stage of a project’s lifecycle, from pre contract planning to dispute resolution and project close out.

What’s in it for you? Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including 25 days holiday (with the option to buy more), an electric car scheme (where applicable), employee recognition programmes, family‑friendly support, exclusive retail discounts, employee assistance programmes, and an enhanced company pension. SOCOTEC UK & Ireland are proud to be Disability Confident accredited.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Are you interested in quantity surveying and construction cost management? This could be your opportunity to excel, playing a vital role in supporting SOCOTEC’s continued success. As SOCOTEC grows, so do our teams. We’re looking for a dedicated Assistant QS to join our Advisory division and wear the SOCOTEC badge with pride.

We are seeking a proactive, reliable, and flexible assistant to join our Quantity Surveying team. In this role, you’ll need the confidence to work independently, alongside the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a team. A background in construction and quantity surveying, along with knowledge of Methods of Measurement and standard Contract Forms, is essential to thrive in this position.

The tasks you will undertake will include (but are not limited to):

• Preparing budget estimates, cost plans and tender documents
• Post‑contract valuation, cost report and final account negotiations
• Measure and scale off from drawings and use CostX software

To be a successful you should be able to demonstrate:

• Willingness to work on secondment and proactive in personal development
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills with competence in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Enthusiastic, keen to learn new skills, gain hands on experience and achieve formal qualifications