Assistant Quantity Surveyor Cardiff, South Wales£30,000 to £36,000 + 28 days holiday + bank holidays plus an extra day for your birthday + flexible 37.5 hour working week + clear progression + future profit share through an employee ownership modelThis is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a growing, independent surveying and construction consultancy operating across project management, quantity surveying and monitoring services. Working closely with a senior Associate, you will gain real responsibility, direct client exposure and continuous support, giving you the platform to accelerate your development and establish a long term career with genuine progression.You will broaden your experience across both cost management and monitoring functions, with regular involvement in client interactions and site based activity. Beyond project delivery, you will contribute to the development of a growing regional presence, with a clearly defined pathway for progression into a senior Quantity Surveyor or project leadership role within a supportive and autonomous environment.Your role as Assistant Quantity Surveyor will include
Supporting PMQS and monitoring projects across multiple sectors Assisting with cost management, reporting and commercial administration
Attending site visits and client meetings Working closely with a senior Quantity Surveyor in a small office environment
Developing technical and professional capability with increasing responsibility over time
The successful Assistant Quantity Surveyor will have
One to two years post graduate experience in quantity surveying or a related discipline
A degree in Quantity Surveying or a similar construction related subject
An interest in working towards chartered status Confidence, resilience and the ability to work closely with senior stakeholders
proactive and ambitious mindset with clear career goals
Keywords Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Junior Quantity Surveyor, Trainee Quantity Surveyor, Cost Consultant, Assistant Cost Consultant, Project Quantity Surveyor, Construction Consultancy, MRICS Pathway ....Read more...
Graduate Quantity Surveyor Brighton£26,000–£30,000 + 28–30 days holiday, plus a day for your birthday + Flexible 37.5-hour week, with a supportive small-office + clear career progression + future profit-share via the employee ownership trustLaunch your QS career with real responsibility. As a Graduate Quantity Surveyor, you’ll gain hands-on experience in bank monitoring, construction projects, and professional surveying while working alongside senior QSs. This role offers real project exposure, opportunities to manage smaller assignments, and a clear pathway to fast-track your MRICS qualification.Based in Brighton, the office offers flexible hours, a supportive team, and a career-focused culture where growth and skill-building are genuinely supported. If you’re an ambitious, motivated, Graduate Quantity Surveyor who is ready to make your mark in construction, this is a role is for you.Your Role as a Graduate Quantity Surveyor will include:
Supporting senior QS’s on site visits and project reporting
Assisting with bank monitoring and day-to-day quantity surveying tasks
Shadowing and learning from experienced professionals to gain hands-on skills
Taking on small projects independently as your experience grows
The successful Graduate Quantity Surveyor will need:
A degree or HND in a construction-related field (QS, building surveying, construction management, property economics, or similar)
Motivation to pursue MRICS qualification and a long-term QS career
Ability to travel locally for site visits and work closely with a small team
Proactive, pragmatic attitude with a desire to learn and develop professionally
Keywords: Graduate Quantity Surveyor, Junior Quantity Surveyor, Trainee Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Junior Cost Consultant, Trainee Cost Consultant, Graduate Cost Consultant, Junior Estimator, Assistant Estimator, Graduate Surveyor, Junior Commercial Manager....Read more...
We are seeking a graduate who is looking for an exciting opportunity to kick-start their career in Quantity Surveying or a current graduate surveyor with some experience in practice looking to progress to an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role.Are you eager to learn and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment? Look no further!At BWA (Europe) Limited, we value the growth and development of our team members. As a Graduate/Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will receive comprehensive training and support to excel in your role. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic, eager to learn, and capable of assisting our senior staff members across various service areas within our Leeds office.In this role, you will have the chance to work on exciting projects, gaining hands-on experience in areas such as cost estimation, project budgeting, tender preparation, and contract administration. The successful candidate will become part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, delivering a variety of projects across sectors such as residential, commercial, heritage and leisure. The Graduate Quantity Surveyor position offers hands-on experience and excellent support towards achieving RICS chartership, making it ideal for individuals looking to grow their careers in quantity surveying.Key Responsibilities:The key responsibilities of a Graduate/Assistant Quantity Surveyor include, but are not limited to:
Assisting senior staff on projects.Assisting in production of Cost Estimates.Package take-offs.Assisting in production of Tender documents.Assisting in Tender Analysis.Assisting in Cost Control.Preparing Final Accounts.Assisting in Employer's Agent & Project Management services
The CompanyBWA (Europe) Limited are a busy practice of Chartered Quantity Surveyors. BWA specialise in the provision of consultancy advice spanning over three main divisions: Cost Consultancy & Quantity Surveying, Facilities Management Consultancy and Project Services. With a strong presence in the industry, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality and cost-effective solutions to our clients. Our team of experienced professionals are dedicated to providing exceptional service and ensuring client satisfaction.The Benefits
Competitive salary based on the applicant's experienceAnnual bonus (dependant on performance)Generous Pension planAxa Healthcare25 days holiday plus statutory bank holidays.APC ProgrammeSupportive cultureFlexible working conditionsCentral Leeds location
The PersonThe key skills and qualities of a Graduate/Assistant Quantity Surveyor are:
Interested in Quantity Surveying / Facilities Management Consultancy / Project ManagementAbility to prioritise the workload and work to deadlines.Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with directors, deal with a range of clients and suppliers both directly and on the telephone.Good written and spoken communication skills.A team player who is well presented and flexible.Excellent IT skills including Microsoft package.
The ideal candidate will have some related construction/ property knowledge or have a relevant degree (RICS accredited) or equivalent qualification / related industry experience.If you are a driven and ambitious individual with a keen interest in Quantity Surveying, we want to hear from you! Take the first step by submitting your application today.....Read more...
You will gain competencies in a wide range of commercial techniques and expect to undertake the following:
Liaising with clients to identify their needs
Estimating quantities, costs and time scales for material and labour
Preparing tender and contract documents
Identifying and weighing up commercial risks
Assigning work to subcontractors
Valuing completed work, managing budgets and overseeing payments
Ensuring projects meet legal and quality standards
Ensuring that clients get value for their money
Advising on the maintenance costs of specific buildings
Submitting regular budget reports
Following building regulations and health and safety
Working at a client’s business, in an office or on a construction site
Training:You will attend university on a day release basis at Birmingham City University and work as part of a regional team alongside trained professionals and managers to deliver work to the highest standards. You will gain competencies in a wide range of commercial techniques.Training Outcome:
Trainee Quantity Surveyor
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Quantity Surveyor
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Managing Surveyor
Commercial Manager
Employer Description:Stepnell is a leading regional contractor, a complete construction partner with proven end-to-end project lifecycle expertise. We serve a broad spectrum of private and public sector clients, ensuring they realise their vision by providing a more holistic approach to project design, build, management and delivery. We are an established, mature business with the resources and infrastructure to deliver larger, more challenging projects generally up to £25 million. We are ambitious and continue to grow our business; but despite our stature, we remain a family business at heart. We combine the focus and accessibility of a regional contractor, with a depth of technical competency, professional capability and national reach usually reserved only for larger organisations.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 08.30 - 17.30,
with an hour for lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
You will gain competencies in a wide range of commercial techniques and expect to undertake the following:
Liaising with clients to identify their needs
Estimating quantities, costs and time scales for material and labour
Preparing tender and contract documents
Identifying and weighing up commercial risks
Assigning work to subcontractors
Valuing completed work, managing budgets and overseeing payments
Ensuring projects meet legal and quality standards
Ensuring that clients get value for their money
Advising on the maintenance costs of specific buildings
Submitting regular budget reports
Following building regulations and health and safety
Working at a client’s business, in an office or on a construction site
Training:
The training will be delivered on a day release basis at Nottingham Trent University and supported by trained professionals and managers to deliver work to the highest standards
You will gain competencies in a wide range of commercial techniques
Training Outcome:
Trainee Quantity Surveyor
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Quantity Surveyor
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Managing Surveyor
Commercial Manager
Employer Description:Stepnell is a leading regional contractor, a complete construction partner with proven end-to-end project lifecycle expertise. We serve a broad spectrum of private and public sector clients, ensuring they realise their vision by providing a more holistic approach to project design, build, management and delivery. We are an established, mature business with the resources and infrastructure to deliver larger, more challenging projects generally up to £25 million. We are ambitious and continue to grow our business; but despite our stature, we remain a family business at heart. We combine the focus and accessibility of a regional contractor, with a depth of technical competency, professional capability and national reach usually reserved only for larger organisations.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:30 with an hour for lunch with one day per week at UniversitySkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Taking off drawings accurately to ensure correct quantities and details are established.
Obtaining competitive quotations from suppliers in a timely manner.
Issuing pricing enquiries to sub-contractors ensuring that comprehensive detail is provided to enable accurate pricing.
Following up the above making sure that quotes are both accurate and received by any deadline stipulated.
Carrying out site surveys as and when required.
Attending briefing, pre-start and handover meetings as and when required.
Assist the Project Management team in preparing walkthroughs & programmes for jobs.
If required provide assistance with the preparation and submission of final accounts, variations and interim payment requests.
Training:Day release to the university. 1 day per week at Nottingham Trent University, City Campus.
Remaining 4 days per week, split between our Nottingham Lace Market Head Office and live Clegg Construction sites.
Training Outcome:Upon completing the apprenticeship, you will achieve a BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying you would likely progress to an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a clear route toward Quantity Surveyor.
Both our Commercial Director and Managing Director began their careers as Quantity Surveyors; a testament to how valued and versatile this skill set is within the construction industry.Employer Description:Clegg Construction Limited is a Nottingham-based main contractor with over 90 years of experience delivering high-quality new-build and refurbishment projects across the Midlands, Yorkshire, and wider UK regions. Our work spans a diverse range of sectors, including education, leisure, commercial, and community developments.
Due to recent expansion and growth, we are excited to launch our first formal apprenticeship programme, giving motivated young people the chance to start a rewarding career in construction as a Quantity Surveyor.Working Hours :Monday to Friday (1 day per week at NTU)
Office hours 8:30am - 5:00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Full UK Drivers Licence....Read more...
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Cost planning and initial estimating
Assisting in the preparation of tender and contract documents
Fund monitoring and due diligence
Assisting in the management and delivery of construction projects
Working closely with Clients, Architects, Structural Engineers and Project Managers
Assisting with a range of pre and post contract surveying duties
Training:
You will typically attend a local university one day per week
Training Outcome:
On completion of the apprenticeship, you will work as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor and could go on to become a chartered surveyor achieving RICS certification
Employer Description:Tetra Tech operates in more than 50 offices throughout Europe with workforce of more than 5,000 technical experts who are collectively Leading with Science® to unlock sustainable development and solve complex challenges facing the UK’s built and natural environment. Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 7.5 hours per day, start and finish times typically between 9am - 5.30pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
