Job Description
Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Public Realm & Civils \n\nManchester\n\n£30,000 - £38,000 + Package\n\nYour new company\n Our client is a progressive and highly respected consultancy with a growing presence in Manchester. Known for delivering high-impact regeneration, infrastructure, and public realm projects across the UK, they are committed to sustainable design, inclusive environments, and long-term community value. The team operates from a vibrant, modern office in the heart of Manchester, providing a collaborative and supportive environment for professional growth.\n\nYour new role\n Our client is seeking an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their Public Realm & Civils team.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with some industry experience-whether from a consultancy or contractor background-who is looking to take the next step in their career. You'll work alongside experienced senior surveyors and project managers on exciting infrastructure and urban improvement schemes across Greater Manchester and beyond.\n\nResponsibilities will include:\n\nSupporting senior QS team members with cost planning and budget management.\n\nPreparing and assisting with estimates, cost reports, and tender documentation.\n\nHelping to manage procurement processes and contractor appointments.\n\nAttending site visits and client meetings to support project progress.\n\nAssisting in contract administration and change management tasks.\n\nPreparing valuations, payment applications, and variation tracking.\n\nMaintaining cost databases and ensuring accurate project records.\n\nWhat you will need to succeed:\n\nA degree in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline (or working towards it).\n\n1-2 years of experience in a similar QS or Assistant QS role (consultancy or contractor).\n\nA genuine interest in public realm, civil infrastructure, or urban development projects.\n\nFamiliarity with NEC or JCT contracts is a plus.\n\nStrong communication skills and a willingness to learn from senior colleagues.\n\nAmbition to work towards MRICS or equivalent professional qualification (support provided).\n\nWhat you get in return:\n\nA competitive salary of £30,000 - £38,000 (depending on experience).\n\nComprehensive benefits package including pension, bonus, and 25+ days holiday.\n\nHybrid working model with flexibility around home and office days.\n\nFull training and APC support with a clear progression path.\n\nAn inclusive, modern office environment designed to support wellbeing and collaboration.\n\nOpportunity to work on high-profile, community-focused projects with social impact.\n\nIf you're an aspiring Quantity Surveyor who wants to build your career in a forward-thinking consultancy that values development, flexibility, and innovation, this is the perfect opportunity to join a team shaping the future of public spaces and infrastructure.\n\nApply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. \n\nBuilding Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.
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