Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Location: Liverpool
Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (depdning on experience)
Employment Type: Permanent
Hours Per Week: 40
Looking to join a Growing Construction Business with Real Career Progression?
This role sits within a rapidly expanding construction and facilities management organisation known for delivering high‑quality refurbishment, fit‑out and maintenance projects. With significant year‑on‑year growth, ongoing investment in people, and a reputation for delivering complex work to exceptional standards, this is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long‑term career in commercial management.
If you’re ambitious, eager to learn, and want to join a supportive team that invests in your development, this could be the perfect next step.
The Role
As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial and operational teams across a varied portfolio of projects ranging from £250k to £3m. You’ll be hands‑on from day one, gaining exposure to measurements, cost control, tendering, procurement, and financial reporting.
This role offers excellent development, structured support from senior colleagues, and the opportunity to progress toward Quantity Surveyor level.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in analysing drawings, specifications, and construction information to prepare accurate quantities and cost data.
- Support the preparation of valuations, cost forecasts, cash‑flows, and monthly commercial reports.
- Help track variations and update project budgets in line with design or scope changes.
- Contribute to tender preparation, pricing schedules, and procurement activity.
- Help gather and organise cost data for monitoring project performance.
- Support with subcontractor enquiries, comparisons, negotiation, and appointment.
- Build positive working relationships with clients, site teams, contractors, and suppliers.
- Join site visits to understand progress, collect information, and resolve commercial queries.
- Ensure commercial documentation is accurate, up‑to‑date, and compliant with internal processes.
Skills & Experience You’ll Need
- Understanding of construction costs, measurement, or estimating (experience up to £3m projects beneficial).
- High attention to detail, especially when working with figures and technical information.
- Strong organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
- Analytical thinker with problem‑solving ability.
- Confident communicator who can build positive working relationships.
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel.
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to visit sites when required.
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- A degree, HNC/HND, or ongoing studies in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or a related discipline.
- Experience within UK construction or facilities management (e.g., placement, internship, or assistant role).
- Previous experience working for a similar contractor or organisation operating in refurbishment, fit‑out, or facilities‑led construction.
- Façade experience (e.g., involvement in external envelope works, cladding packages, or façade‑related surveying/estimating tasks).
- Familiarity with estimating software or cost management tools.
What We Offer
- A clear development pathway with the opportunity to progress to Quantity Surveyor level.
- Exposure to varied and meaningful projects across the region.
- A supportive, collaborative commercial team that values growth and learning.
- Ongoing training, CPD opportunities, and structured mentoring.
- The chance to make a genuine impact in a growing organisation.
Our Commitment to Communities
We are passionate about supporting local charities, improving community spaces, and helping young people thrive through partnerships and volunteering initiatives. When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that uses its skills and resources to make a positive difference beyond construction.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can succeed
