Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Careys Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in London is seeking a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team. This role offers an excellent opportunity for career growth while working on high-profile construction and infrastructure projects. Candidates should have strong numeracy skills, effective communication abilities, and a degree in Quantity Surveying or related area. The position comes with competitive benefits including holidays, healthcare, and professional development support.

Benefits

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private Healthcare

Car Allowance

Company Pension

Volunteering Days

Health Care Cashplan

Cycle to work scheme

Car Leasing Scheme

Discounted Gym Membership

Life Assurance

Buy/sell holidays

Other discounts and Cashback plans

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy and measurement skills with an analytical, detail-focused mindset.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational ability and time management.

Responsibilities

• Support stakeholder engagement, attending client and design team meetings.
• Assist with cost/value reporting and monthly valuations.
• Help with subcontract procurement and maintain procurement schedules.

Skills

Strong numeracy and measurement skills

Clear written and verbal communication skills

Good organisational ability

Time management

Basic Excel skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline

ONC/HND in a related discipline

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor- London

Department: Commercial (Quantity Surveying)

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: London

Description

We’re looking for a motivated and detail‑driven Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your QS career while working on high‑profile construction and infrastructure projects alongside experienced commercial professionals.

What you will be doing:

• Support stakeholder engagement, attending client and design team meetings as required.
• Assist with cost/value reporting, monthly valuations, financial statements, and progress documentation.
• Help prepare management reports, record drawings, progress photos, and material schedules for monthly applications.
• Support change management, including re‑measurement, variation tracking, and contribution to estimates and cost plans.
• Assist with subcontract procurement: sending enquiries, analysing quotes, preparing orders, and maintaining procurement schedules.
• Help administer subcontractor packages, monitor progress, issue payment notices, and measure works under re‑measurable contracts.
• Maintain contractual compliance, support lessons‑learned activity, and contribute to post‑contract reviews.
• Work collaboratively with QSs and the wider team, following instructions and promoting high HSE awareness.
• Contribute to training workshops and support continuous improvement across commercial processes.
• Carry out additional tasks as required by your manager, helping ensure smooth commercial delivery.

What you will bring:

• Strong numeracy and measurement skills with an analytical, detail‑focused mindset.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational ability and time management.
• Basic Excel skills and confidence working with data.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying (or working towards) OR ONC/HND in a related discipline.
• Driving licence (essential); CSCS card desirable.
• Curious, eager to learn, and committed to professional development.

Benefits:

• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private Healthcare
• Car Allowance
• Company Pension
• Volunteering Days - With Careys Foundation - or other organisations that are important to you
• Health Care Cashplan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Car Leasing Scheme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Life Assurance
• Buy/sell holidays
• Other discounts and Cashback plans