An Assistant Quantity Surveyor is needed in Manchester for a multi-disciplinary UK construction consultancy to support £100m+ programmes across public sector builds. 1–5 years’ experience, RICS pathway encouraged, and enthusiasm desired.
An excellent opportunity for a Manchester Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a respected UK consultancy delivering multiple public-sector construction and refurbishment projects (£100m+ each), including a hospital, and policing infrastructure CPIP programme. You’ll work with autonomy, show gumption, and thrive in a people-first office culture that values energy, curiosity, and individuality, in this North West QS job.
Responsibilities and Duties
* Assist with cost planning, estimating, benchmarking and whole-life costing
* Prepare and analyse tenders, BoQs, schedules of work and procurement reports
* Support contract administration and post-contract cost control (valuations, variations, final accounts)
* Maintain risk registers and change control logs; contribute to value engineering
* Produce clear, client-ready reports and present findings confidently
* Collaborate with PM/Design/Engineering while working independently when required
Desired Skills and Experience
* 1–5 years’ QS experience within consultancy or main contracting
* Sound knowledge of pre- and post-contract processes (NEC/JCT exposure beneficial)
* Numerate, analytical, and commercially aware with strong Excel skills
* Proactive self-starter with gumption; comfortable in a smaller team environment
* Excellent communication; builds rapport with clients and stakeholders
Qualifications/Educational Requirements
* BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent)
* On route to MRICS
Employing Company Overview and Profile
A well-established, multi-disciplinary UK consultancy operating across public and regulated sectors. The culture is energetic, collaborative, and quality-driven, with genuine autonomy and support for professional growth.
Additional Benefits Package and Incentives
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Professional memberships and training supported (RICS)
Hugh Duffield is our specialist consultant managing this position
0116 473 5358 (Office hours 8.30am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday)
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