Job Description
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Location: Bristol (office-based with flexibility, covering sites within 1 hour of Bristol)
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 (negotiable) + Annual Bonus + Car/Allowance + Benefits
The Opportunity
We're seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a successful residential developer in their Bristol office. This is an exciting opportunity to build your career within a supportive commercial team, working alongside experienced surveyors on a range of housing developments across the South West.
As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll gain hands-on exposure to cost management, valuations, and subcontractor procurement while being supported with structured training and mentorship. This role offers the perfect platform for someone looking to progress towards Quantity Surveyor and beyond.
Why Apply?
Salary of £35,000 - £40,000 (negotiable)
Annual bonus scheme
Company car or car allowance
Professional training and support towards chartership (RICS/CIOB)
Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with service
Pension scheme and life assurance
Private healthcare and wellbeing benefits
Strong pipeline of projects all within an hour of Bristol
What You'll Be Doing
Assisting with the preparation of budgets, cost plans, and financial reports
Supporting in subcontractor procurement and managing tender enquiries
Helping with valuations, variations, and payments
Liaising with site teams, consultants, and contractors on project progress
Maintaining accurate records and documentation
Gaining experience across the full commercial lifecycle of projects
Working closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor for day-to-day mentorship
What We're Looking For
HNC/HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying (or working towards it)
Previous experience in a commercial role within construction (placement, trainee, or junior level considered)
Strong numerical and IT skills
Good communication and organisation skills
Eagerness to learn, develop, and progress in a commercial career
Residential or housing experience advantageous, but not essential
In Return
As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you'll benefit from professional guidance, real project responsibility, and the chance to develop your skills in a business with a strong track record of promoting from within. With all projects located within an hour of Bristol, you'll enjoy a balanced role with exposure across a wide variety of schemes.