Assistant Quantity Surveyor
026_1758036415 Posted: 16/09/2025
Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Social Housing
Location: Ealing
Salary: £40,800 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
The Opportunity
We are seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a leading social housing team in Ealing on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their commercial career within the property services and social housing sector, with excellent training and career progression on offer.
The successful candidate will support senior surveyors and commercial managers in delivering accurate cost management, valuations, and financial reporting across repairs, planned works and housing projects.
Key Responsibilities
1. Assist with the commercial management of contracts, ensuring projects are delivered on budget and to financial targets
2. Support with the preparation of cost forecasts, valuations, and variations
3. Work on subcontractor accounts including approvals and payment processes
4. Help to prepare and review tenders, pricing, and cost estimates
5. Provide commercial support to operational teams across responsive repairs, voids and planned works
6. Assist in preparing monthly reports, financial statements and cash flow forecasts
7. Work closely with senior surveyors and managers to ensure compliance with company policies and client requirements
8. Gain valuable experience in delivering high-profile social housing projects
Requirements
9. Experience working as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor (or similar role)
10. Knowledge of social housing, repairs or planned works contracts (advantageous)
11. Strong numerical and analytical skills
12. Excellent communication and organisational abilities
13. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other commercial software
14. Degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying or related field (preferred)
15. Eager to learn and develop within a commercial team
What's on Offer
16. £40,800 per annum (permanent role)
17. Structured career development and progression opportunities
18. Exposure to a variety of social housing projects across Ealing
19. Supportive, collaborative team environment
20. Excellent public sector benefits package
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to take the next step in their career, working within the social housing sector on meaningful projects that improve homes and communities. If you are looking for long-term development and the chance to build your career in Ealing, we'd love to hear from you