Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Assistant Quantity Surveyor | Drylining & Facades | Up to £45,000 + Package (DOE) | Kent

 

Step into a thriving construction environment with a forward-thinking contractor delivering some of the UK’s most significant developments. This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to accelerate their commercial career with a specialist subcontractor working across drylining, facades, and steelworks packages. Based in Erith, Kent, you’ll join a high-performing team driving residential and commercial projects nationwide.

 

What You’ll Be Doing:

 

Working closely with a team of Quantity Surveyors and Senior Quantity Surveyors, you’ll assist in all aspects of cost control and contract administration across multiple projects. Your responsibilities will include:



Assisting with cost planning, valuations, and budget tracking

Supporting the commercial delivery of up to 10 live projects ranging from £500k to £30m

Preparing interim applications for payment and managing final accounts

Assisting with procurement of subcontractors, materials, and services

Liaising with project managers and site teams to monitor progress and cost alignment

Attending project meetings and producing key commercial reports

Ensuring compliance with JCT and NEC contract conditions About You

 

You’ll be a commercially aware team player who’s eager to grow and develop within a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have:



1–3 years’ experience in a Quantity Surveying or Assistant QS role

Some exposure to drylining, facades, or related subcontractor work ()

Familiarity with JCT contracts and construction cost reporting

A degree or ongoing studies in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar

Excellent numeracy, communication, and organisational skills

A proactive attitude and willingness to support across multiple packages About the Company

 

This long-established subcontractor has built a reputation for excellence across the construction industry. With over 60 years of experience, they deliver complex packages across facades, drylining, and fire protection for leading UK developers and contractors. Their projects include high-rise residential, commercial, and regeneration schemes — all managed by a collaborative and skilled in-house team. Growth, innovation, and quality are at the core of everything they do.



What’s In It For You?



Salary up to £45,000 (DOE)

Generous benefits package including travel and pension

Structured development plan with CPD and mentoring

Exposure to a broad portfolio of high-profile UK projects

Strong internal progression opportunities within a growing commercial team

Office-based in Erith, Kent, with site travel as required How to Apply

 

If you're looking to build your QS career within a well-established and respected subcontractor, this is your moment. Apply today and we’ll be in touch within 24 hours to arrange a confidential chat. Interviews are moving quickly – don’t miss out