Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Plymouth, Devon

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Plymouth | Permanent

Salary: Up to £45,000 + Car Allowance or Company Car + Benefits

Sphere Solutions are working with a leading residential construction contractor to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team in Plymouth.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join an established business, supporting a Senior Quantity Surveyor across two residential construction projects in Plymouth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide commercial and quantity surveying support to the Senior Quantity Surveyor across two projects.
• Assist with the preparation and management of project budgets and cost reports.
• Support subcontractor procurement, including placing orders and managing subcontractor accounts.
• Assist with the assessment and processing of subcontractor applications for payment.
• Monitor project costs, valuations and financial performance.
• Assist with the preparation and agreement of variations and valuations.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and cost information.
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, site teams and other project stakeholders.
• Support the Senior Quantity Surveyor with general commercial and contractual administration.
• Help ensure projects are delivered within agreed budgets and commercial targets.

The role will involve a combination of office and site-based working, with attendance to the Exeter office expected weekly and the remaining working days spent on site. There is no home working.

About You

• Previous experience working in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or similar commercial role within the construction industry.
• A good understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes.
• Experience assisting with subcontractor procurement, payments, valuations and cost management.
• Experience using COINS or similar commercial systems would be advantageous, although familiarity with specific software is not essential.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary up to £45,000, depending on experience
• Company car or car allowance
• 26 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Option to purchase additional annual leave
• Private medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Share Save scheme

If you are interested in this role, please call Abbie or Riley at Sphere Solutions for a confidential chat on (phone number removed).

Our Commitment to Inclusion

As a recruitment agency, we are committed to promoting inclusive opportunities on behalf of our clients. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from under-represented communities. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or require adjustments during the recruitment process, we’ll work with you and the client to ensure a fair and supportive experience. We aim to represent employers who foster respectful, inclusive, and collaborative workplaces — regardless of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or background