Assistant Quantity surveyor - Tooting

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - New Framework Project

Location: Tooting, South London

Salary: £35,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits Package

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established contractor following the successful award of a new long-term framework contract in Tooting.

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor to become part of a growing commercial team at the start of a new framework, offering excellent exposure to a variety of projects and long-term career development.

Working alongside experienced Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers, you'll gain hands-on experience across all aspects of commercial management while building your knowledge within a supportive environment.

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial delivery of works under a newly awarded framework contract, assisting with cost management, procurement, valuations and subcontractor administration to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and profitably.

This role offers excellent variety and the opportunity to work on multiple projects, making it ideal for someone looking to broaden their commercial experience.

• Assist with the commercial management of projects delivered under the new framework contract.
• Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts and cost reports.
• Assist with procurement and appointment of subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare subcontract documentation and maintain commercial records.
• Measure works and assist with valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Process subcontractor applications and payment certificates.
• Support the preparation of monthly cost value reconciliations.
• Attend site and commercial meetings with internal teams and subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with company commercial procedures and contractual obligations.

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee Quantity Surveyor.
• Experience within construction, maintenance, refurbishment or social housing is advantageous.
• A degree or relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management, or be working towards one.
• Strong commercial awareness and numerical skills.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop.
• The ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues, clients and subcontractors.

• Salary of £35,000 per annum
• Excellent benefits package
• Opportunity to join a business at the start of a newly awarded long-term framework
• Ongoing training, mentoring and professional development
• Long-term career progression within a growing commercial team
• Supportive and collaborative working environment