Assistant quantity surveyor

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Residential & Hotel • Up to £30,000 (inclusive of package) • Essex • July 2025 • Permanent A principle contractor with a growing reputation for delivering varied and interesting projects have an opportunity for a Trainee Quantity Surveyor. As the Trainee Quantity Surveyor, you join an existing team on a flagship new build project in Essex. Reporting into a Commercial Manager, who will mentor and train you, this would be an excellent opportunity to learn and develop your quantity surveying skills. Your responsibilities will include: • Assisting in preparing cost estimates, tender submissions, and procurement documentation. • Working alongside a Commercial Manager to manage project budgets and control costs. • Chase quotes from tenderers • Collating tender returns and updating tender enquiry schedule • Compare quotes and support in preparing tender comparisons for smaller and less complex packages • Measure works on site for interim valuations and final accounts. • Assist in preparing take-offs from drawings and specifications. Your attributes: • A degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying • 1-3 years of relevant UK experience in the construction sector. • Strong numerical, IT, and communication skills. • A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and develop • Committed, driven with high energy levels. • A school leaver with a real desire to get in to Quantity Surveying at Trainee level, and can demonstrate the right character would also be considered. A competitive inclusive salary will be offered should you be successful with your application. Also known as Trainee Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Junior Quantity Surveyor Please email your interest to (url removed)