Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Specialist Commercial Fit‑Out (Buckinghamshire / London Projects) - £35 - £45k (DOE)
The Role:
We’re seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a dynamic team based from the office in High Wycombe (minimum three days per week onsite), supporting commercial interior fit‑out projects predominantly across London. You’ll be working closely with the Senior QS and project teams, assisting with cost control, valuations, subcontract enquiries, change control, and supporting the commercial management of interior fit‑out contracts.
Key responsibilities include:
* Preparing and reviewing subcontractor enquiries, pricing and tender documentation.
* Assisting with interim valuations and final account negotiations.
* Cost tracking, analysing variations, preparing cost reports and forecasts.
* Supporting procurement and subcontract package administration.
* Assisting in measurement and quantity take‑off work for interior fit‑out/subcontract packages.
* Liaising with project/site teams, designers and subcontractors to ensure alignment with the commercial strategy.
* Helping to ensure contracts reflect the scope, budget and programme, and supporting risk management.
The Candidate:
To be successful, you will have:
* A minimum of 18 months’ experience working for a subcontractor or within interior fit‑out, ideally in the commercial refurbishment/interior space.
* Educated to degree level in surveying, construction cost management or a related discipline or holding relevant A‑Levels, T‑Levels or BTECs (or equivalent) with suitable progression.
* A strong understanding of commercial/quantities/estimation work in a fit‑out environment.
* Ability to commute to the High Wycombe office at least 3 days per week and your home location should be within approximately one hour’s commuting distance.
* Full and permanent right to work in the UK, and able to work full‑time on a permanent basis.
* Good IT skills (Excel, commercial software, measurement tools) and excellent communication skills.
* A proactive attitude, able to support the QS team and grow with the company.
Why this opportunity?
* A competitive salary ranging from £35k - £45k (DOE)
* Health Scheme
* Training & Development
* Cycle to work scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* Service awards
* pension scheme
* Join a specialist subcontract organisation working on high‑profile interior fit‑out projects within London and the South East.
* Friendly and collaborative environment, working alongside dedicated project teams where your contribution will be valued and your development supported.
Location & Commitments
* Office: High Wycombe (minimum 3 days per week).
* Projects: Primarily London, with travel into the city and surrounding areas as required.
* Applicants must live within approximately one hour’s commuting distance of High Wycombe.
* Role: Permanent, full‑time, with a right to work in the UK (UK permanent permit).
Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Specialist Commercial Fit‑Out (Buckinghamshire / London Projects)
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