Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Eastbourne
Paying up to £40k + package
Role
An exciting opportunity with one of UK’s leading retail fit out contractors who are looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their South East office. A highly successful company working on some of the UK’s leading retailers with an annual turnover in excess of £50m.
You will be working on fit out and shop fit projects with values from £100k to £2m. This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring QS to develop their career in this fast paced sector.
Responsibilities
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Measure quantities and assist in producing bill of quantities
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Work with senior QS / cost manager to ensure costs align with client budgets.
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Help prepare tender documentation, including pricing schedules, preliminaries, and specifications.
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Assist in issuing tenders, collating contractor queries, and evaluating tender returns.
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Support in the analysis of tender submissions, comparing prices, rates, and value for money.
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Assist with contract setup (JCT, NEC, or bespoke forms), including preparation of contract documents and issue of instructions.
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Maintain records of correspondence, drawings, and site instructions.
What We're Looking For
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Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent construction-related discipline.
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Working knowledge of JCT or NEC contracts.
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Good understanding of cost control, measurement, and procurement processes.
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Strong communication, numeracy, and Excel skills.
What’s on Offer
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Up to £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)
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Car allowance / Company car + Pension
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Opportunities for career development, professional training
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Join a collaborative commercial team
