Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Oxfordshire Region

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000 + Package (DOE)

An established and highly respected construction contractor is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join its growing commercial team.

Operating across the South of England, our client delivers an exceptional portfolio of bespoke residential, heritage, refurbishment and new-build projects for private clients, estates, architects and professional teams. Projects range from prestigious listed building restorations and country estate refurbishments through to high-end contemporary homes and specialist construction works.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their career within a business renowned for quality, craftsmanship and attention to detail.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Description:

Working closely with Senior Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers, you will assist in the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with procurement of subcontractors and suppliers
• Preparing enquiries, comparisons and subcontract documentation
• Processing subcontractor applications and payments
• Supporting cost reporting and forecasting
• Managing variations and change control
• Assisting with valuations and client applications
• Maintaining commercial records and project documentation
• Supporting final account negotiations
• Working closely with operational teams to ensure commercial success

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Requirements:

• Experience within a Quantity Surveying or Assistant Quantity Surveying role
• Construction-related qualification (or working towards one)
• Strong commercial awareness and attention to detail
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Experience within residential, refurbishment, heritage, fit-out or main contracting environments would be advantageous
• Eagerness to learn and progress within a supportive commercial team

What's on Offer

• Exposure to some of the region's most prestigious construction projects
• Structured career progression and professional development
• Support towards further qualifications where applicable
• Long-term career prospects within a stable and growing business
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Collaborative and supportive working environment

This role would suit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to gain exposure to high-quality projects while developing under experienced commercial professionals in a business where quality and craftsmanship remain at the heart of everything they do.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Oxford

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£55,000 Per Month

Published at

27-06-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English