Assistant Quantity Surveyor

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join one of the UK's leading Tier 1 contractors, working on a landmark high‑rise residential development in Nottingham.

This role offers the chance to develop your career on a major, high‑value project, working alongside an experienced commercial team that will support your progression towards becoming a Quantity Surveyor and beyond.

Reporting to a Senior Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager, you'll assist with the day‑to‑day commercial management of the project while gaining exposure to all aspects of quantity surveying on a large‑scale residential development.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with the commercial management of subcontract packages from procurement through to final account.
• Supporting the preparation of valuations, applications for payment, and cost reports.
• Assisting with monthly cost value reconciliations (CVRs) and financial reporting.
• Measuring works and assisting with the pricing and management of variations.
• Processing subcontractor applications and supporting payment assessments.
• Assisting with procurement, tender analysis, and subcontract package administration.
• Maintaining accurate commercial records and project documentation.
• Building positive working relationships with site teams, clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Supporting the commercial team in identifying risks, opportunities, and cost‑saving initiatives.

We're looking for a motivated and commercially minded individual who is eager to develop their career with a leading main contractor.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Graduate Quantity Surveyor, or Trainee Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor or construction environment.
• Exposure to residential, commercial, or large‑scale building projects would be advantageous.
• A degree (or working towards a degree) in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline.
• A good understanding of construction contracts, with knowledge of JCT or NEC forms being beneficial.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to learning.
• A full UK driving licence is desirable.

• Competitive salary.
• Car allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Support towards professional qualifications, including RICS chartership.
• Clear career progression within a market‑leading Tier 1 contractor.

If you're looking to build your career with a business renowned for delivering major construction projects and investing in its people, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion.