Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Reference: ALEDAQS01_1781861509

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

📍 Gloucester Road
🏙️ Commercial Fit-Out

The Opportunity

An established and fast-growing commercial interiors contractor is seeking a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team based on Gloucester Road. With a strong pipeline of fit-out and refurbishment projects across multiple sectors, this role offers excellent exposure, structured development, and clear progression within a supportive commercial team.

This position is ideal for someone early in their QS career who is looking to gain hands-on experience across the full project lifecycle while working alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment.

The Role Overview

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of interior fit-out projects from pre-construction through to final account. You will be involved in cost planning, procurement, subcontract management, and financial reporting while developing a strong understanding of commercial controls and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction & Procurement

  • Assist in the preparation of detailed cost estimates and tender returns
  • Review drawings, specifications, and project documentation to support pricing activities
  • Obtain and analyse subcontractor and supplier quotations to ensure best value
  • Support procurement processes, including preparing enquiries and negotiating packages

Project Delivery & Cost Control

  • Assist in preparing and submitting interim valuations and applications for payment
  • Monitor project costs, track budgets, and highlight any commercial risks or variances
  • Support the management and valuation of variations, change orders, and contract adjustments
  • Maintain cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and financial records for live projects

Subcontractor Management

  • Assist with subcontractor appointment processes and documentation
  • Monitor subcontractor performance and support the agreement of interim and final accounts
  • Ensure packages are commercially managed in line with contract terms

Reporting & Administration

  • Keep accurate and up-to-date project records and documentation
  • Support senior surveyors with financial reporting and commercial updates
  • Assist in producing cost/value reconciliation (CVR) reports

Team Collaboration

  • Work closely with project managers, site teams, and design teams
  • Participate in project meetings and contribute to commercial decision-making
  • Build strong internal and external relationships

Candidate Requirements

  • Degree-qualified or working towards a degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
  • Previous experience in a construction, interiors, or fit-out environment (placement or full-time)
  • Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of construction processes
  • Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Confident communicator with good negotiation abilities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Proactive, driven, and eager to learn and progress

Desirable Experience

  • Exposure to commercial interiors, CAT A / CAT B fit-out projects is ideal
  • Familiarity with standard forms of contract (e.g. JCT)
  • Experience assisting with valuations, variations, or procurement

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary with regular reviews
  • Clear career progression pathway to Quantity Surveyor level
  • Exposure to a diverse portfolio of high-quality interior projects
  • Structured training and ongoing professional development support
  • Opportunity to work within a collaborative, close-knit commercial team
  • A dynamic working environment with strong project variety

Apply Now

If you are an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to build your career within the commercial interiors sector, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking contractor delivering high-profile projects. Send me your CV or give me a call whenever you're available to discuss the role in more detail:

07570 420408

[email protected]

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

£35,000.00 - £50,000.00
Per annum
GBP35000 - GBP50000 per annum

Greater London

Permanent

Added 19/06/2026
Reference: ALEDAQS01_1781861509

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Greater London
Permanent

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