Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Drywall/Specialist Fit Out Contractor
Location: Witham, Essex (commutable distance ideally)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Are you an organised, detail-oriented individual with a passion for construction and cost management? We’re working on behalf of a busy regional contractor looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their friendly, hands-on team.
The Role
As Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you’ll support senior surveyors across a variety of projects (refurbishments, fit-outs and new build work). Core responsibilities include:
* Assisting with cost plans, budgets and tender documentation.
* Measuring and quantifying work from drawings and specifications (take-offs, bills of quantities).
* Helping prepare valuations, interim payment applications and final accounts.
* Supporting subcontractor procurement and cost-control procedures, including managing variations and cost reporting.
* Attending site visits and liaising with project teams to monitor progress and ensure financial accuracy.
What We’re Looking For
We’d like to hear from you if you have:
* A relevant qualification (or are working towards one) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or similar.
* Strong numeracy, analytical and organisational skills, with attention to detail.
* Good communication skills and the ability to liaise effectively with a varied team of contractors, site staff and management.
* A proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to learn and grow within a supportive environment.
* Ideally, you’ll be based within commuting range of Witham.
What’s On Offer
* Opportunity to work across varied residential and commercial projects in a stable, growing company.
* Hands-on experience from tender stage through to final accounts.
* Supportive team environment, with mentoring and exposure to all aspects of quantity surveying and contract management.
* Competitive salary and benefits depending on experience.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Drywall/Specialist Fit Out Contractor
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