Assistant Quantity Surveyor- London
Department: Commercial (Quantity Surveying)
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: London
Description
We’re looking for a motivated and detail‑driven Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your QS career while working on high‑profile construction and infrastructure projects alongside experienced commercial professionals.
What you will be doing:
* Support stakeholder engagement, attending client and design team meetings as required.
* Assist with cost/value reporting, monthly valuations, financial statements, and progress documentation.
* Help prepare management reports, record drawings, progress photos, and material schedules for monthly applications.
* Support change management, including re‑measurement, variation tracking, and contribution to estimates and cost plans.
* Assist with subcontract procurement: sending enquiries, analysing quotes, preparing orders, and maintaining procurement schedules.
* Help administer subcontractor packages, monitor progress, issue payment notices, and measure works under re‑measurable contracts.
* Maintain contractual compliance, support lessons‑learned activity, and contribute to post‑contract reviews.
* Work collaboratively with QSs and the wider team, following instructions and promoting high HSE awareness.
* Contribute to training workshops and support continuous improvement across commercial processes.
* Carry out additional tasks as required by your manager, helping ensure smooth commercial delivery.
What you will bring:
* Strong numeracy and measurement skills with an analytical, detail‑focused mindset.
* Clear written and verbal communication skills.
* Good organisational ability and time management.
* Basic Excel skills and confidence working with data.
* Degree in Quantity Surveying (or working towards) OR ONC/HND in a related discipline.
* Driving licence (essential); CSCS card desirable.
* Curious, eager to learn, and committed to professional development.
Benefits:
* 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Private Healthcare
* Car Allowance
* Company Pension
* Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation - or other organisations that are important to you
* Health Care Cashplan
* Cycle to work scheme
* Car Leasing Scheme
* Discounted Gym Membership
* Life Assurance
* Buy/sell holidays
* Other discounts and Cashback plans
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