Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Warrington

Region: North West & Central

Sector: Rail – CP7 Asset Management Framework

Amco Giffen delivers essential infrastructure across the UK rail and civil engineering networks.

• Competitive salary, negotiable depending on experience
• Company car or car allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Life insurance
• Medicash Health Cash Plan & rewards
• Structured career development pathways with clear progression opportunities
• Access to internal development programmes including Purposeful Leadership & Women in Leadership
• Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
• A strong focus on health, safety and wellbeing
• Employee forums – giving you a voice in the business

We’re looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our growing commercial team in Warrington.

This role offers the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive, fast‑paced environment, working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers on live infrastructure projects.

With the role you will support the commercial and financial management of works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and profitably.

• Support Quantity Surveyors and Senior Quantity Surveyors with procurement, subcontractor management and payments
• Assist in preparing interim valuations, final accounts and change control processes
• Contribute to Cost Value Reports (CVRs), forecasts and project reporting
• Collate and analyse site data to track costs and project performance
• Build strong relationships with operational teams, subcontractors and stakeholders
• Attend site visits to gain hands‑on understanding of project delivery and identify changes
• Support the commercial team in delivering projects on time and within budget

• Experience as a Trainee, Graduate or Assistant Quantity Surveyor in a civil engineering or construction environment
• A relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management (HNC/HND/Degree)
• Exposure to infrastructure or civils projects (rail experience desirable but not essential)
• Some knowledge of NEC or Network Rail contracts
• Strong communication, organisation, and analytical skills
• A proactive mindset and willingness to learn and develop

• Be part of a long‑term CP7 framework with secure, varied work
• Gain exposure to live rail infrastructure projects
• Learn from experienced professionals in a supportive commercial team
• Develop your career within a business committed to progression and internal growth
• Work in an environment where your development is a priority

We value collective expertise and embrace diversity. Amco Giffen is an Equal Opportunities Employer, offering challenging, worthwhile careers to everyone regardless of age, disability, employment status, gender, health, marital status, sexual preference, membership or non‑membership of a trade union, nationality, race, religion or social class. Anyone who meets the requirements of the job is eligible for employment.

We prioritise safety and wellbeing, offering access to mental health first aiders and an employee assistance programme with 24/7 counselling and advice services.