Job Description - Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Cheshire | Building Careers UK Ltd Search Search These jobs were popular with other job seekers Quantity Surveyor Building Careers UK Ltd Chorley (PR6) £45000 - £58000 per annum + plus package 3 weeks ago Assistant Quantity Surveyor Direct Recruitment Services Preston (PR1) From £30,000 to £33,000 per annum 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor/Estimator Building Careers UK Ltd Wigan (WN8) £40000 - £45000 per annum + plus package 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor Lester Lloyd Limited Salford, Greater Manchester (M50) From £40,000 to £55,000 per annum Car allowance, Pension, Holidays, 3 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor Robert Half Limited Manchester (M1) £60000 - £70000 per annum 3 weeks ago Senior Quantity Surveyor The People Pod Warrington (WA1) £55000 - £70000 per annum + Allowance 1 week ago Assistant Quantity Surveyor FOSTER & MAY LIMITED Old Trafford, Manchester (M16), M16 0PX £30000 - £40000 per annum 3 days ago Civils Quantity Surveyor Morson Edge Bolton (BL4), BL4 0RR £50k - 60k per year 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor George Jones Son Contractors Limited Brunswick Business Park, Liverpool (L3), L3 4BJ 1 month ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Saxton Recruitment LTD Manchester (M1) £75000 - £85000 per annum + Car Allowance (£6,500) + Bonus + Benefits 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor Building Careers UK Ltd Chorley (PR6) £45000 - £58000 per annum + plus package 3 weeks ago Assistant Quantity Surveyor Direct Recruitment Services Preston (PR1) From £30,000 to £33,000 per annum 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor/Estimator Building Careers UK Ltd Wigan (WN8) £40000 - £45000 per annum + plus package 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor Lester Lloyd Limited Salford, Greater Manchester (M50) From £40,000 to £55,000 per annum Car allowance, Pension, Holidays, 3 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor Robert Half Limited Manchester (M1) £60000 - £70000 per annum 3 weeks ago Senior Quantity Surveyor The People Pod Warrington (WA1) £55000 - £70000 per annum + Allowance 1 week ago Assistant Quantity Surveyor FOSTER & MAY LIMITED Old Trafford, Manchester (M16), M16 0PX £30000 - £40000 per annum 3 days ago Civils Quantity Surveyor Morson Edge Bolton (BL4), BL4 0RR £50k - 60k per year 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor George Jones Son Contractors Limited Brunswick Business Park, Liverpool (L3), L3 4BJ 1 month ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Saxton Recruitment LTD Manchester (M1) £75000 - £85000 per annum + Car Allowance (£6,500) + Bonus + Benefits 1 week ago Assistant Quantity Surveyor Building Careers UK Ltd View Profile Cheshire Permanent Published: 1 week ago £28000 - £32000 per annum Assistant Quantity Surveyor Building Careers UK Ltd Assistant Quantity Surveyor Cheshire - £28,000 - £32,000 per annum Your new company A privately owned construction and engineering contractor specialising in the delivery of complex healthcare and public-sector projects across the UK. The organisation is a strong advocate of Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), delivering innovative, sustainable, and efficient building solutions. With a growing portfolio of projects across the healthcare sector, the business is known for its collaborative approach, technical expertise, and commitment to delivering high-quality facilities that improve outcomes for end users and communities. Your new role Our client is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their established commercial team based in Cheshire. You will work closely with Project Quantity Surveyors and the wider commercial team to support the financial and contractual management of healthcare construction projects. This is a hands-on role with exposure to both client and subcontractor relationships, where you will play a key part in ensuring cost control, value recovery, and accurate commercial reporting across live projects. Responsibilities will include: Supporting Project Quantity Surveyors in the commercial delivery of healthcare construction projects. Assisting with the preparation, issue, and evaluation of subcontract tender packages in line with contract conditions and company procedures. Attending internal and external pre- and post-contract meetings. Producing, issuing, and managing subcontract orders, ensuring accurate records and compliance. Administering subcontractor accounts, including valuation, re-measurement, certification, and timely payment processes. Assisting with the agreement and management of contract variations, including forecasting final account implications. Carrying out material take-offs as required. Supporting weekly and monthly subcontractor and supplier valuations. Assisting in the preparation of monthly cost reports in line with commercial and accounts procedures. Supporting external valuations, client applications, and invoice production where required. Monitoring procurement schedules and assisting in ensuring key project milestones are achieved. Assisting with cash flow management by supporting cost control and value maximisation activities. Liaising with clients, subcontractors, and internal project teams to support successful project delivery. Ensuring all commercial systems and project records are accurately maintained and updated. Supporting negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors on pricing and final accounts. Assisting with onsite material management and procurement activities. Supporting pre-construction and ad hoc commercial duties as required. What you will need to succeed: Some experience in a Quantity Surveying / Assistant QS / Commercial Assistant role within construction or engineering. Exposure to subcontractor management and procurement processes. Strong numerical and analytical skills with good attention to detail. Understanding of basic construction contracts and commercial processes. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams. Ability to manage workload and priorities in a fast-paced project environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and standard office systems. A proactive, professional, and diligent approach to work. Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or Construction (or working towards). What you get in return: Competitive salary of £28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience. Opportunity to work on high-profile healthcare construction projects across the UK. Strong support for career development and professional progression within the commercial team. Exposure to Modern Methods of Construction and innovative project delivery techniques. Collaborative working environment within a growing, forward-thinking business. Ongoing training and development opportunities to support RICS progression. Hybrid/flexible working arrangements (project dependent). Excellent opportunity to build a long-term career within a specialist construction environment. Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris. Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted. INDCOM In Short Industry HR & Recruitment Founded 2007 Location Skelmersdale, West Lancs Company size 50 - 199 About Us Building Careers is a market leading recruitment specialist in construction, housing and property. Based in the North West and Yorkshire, Building Careers offers permanent and temporary staffing solutions to both the public and private sector. As a sustainable and profitable people focused business, we endeavour to deliver a quality of service that is second to none through a highly knowledgeable, committed team who put our clients and candidates at the heart of what we do. We aim to boost business growth and build a better and bigger construction industry in the region. At Building Careers we pride ourselves on being more than just a construction recruitment agency – we are architects of careers and builders of futures. With a legacy of 18 years marked by brilliance in delivery, we have become a cornerstone in the construction industry, connecting talent with opportunity. Sectors As a business, we specialise in over 15 different sectors within Construction and Property, recruiting the people that put the initial ideas on the page right through to those that complete the projects brick by brick. Our team cover both temporary and permanent recruitment for office and site based roles across the UK and beyond. Our professionally trained recruitment consultants dedicate their time to one particular sector, allowing them to develop their expertise to the highest standard within that field. Candidates We understand that the construction industry requires a unique blend of skills, experience, and cultural fit. Our team of experts goes beyond conventional recruitment, delving deep into the intricacies of each project and the specific needs of our clients. We meticulously select candidates who not only meet technical requirements but also align with the ethos of the companies they join. For job seekers, we are the pathway to fulfilling, rewarding careers. We provide guidance, support, and opportunities for growth within the dynamic world of construction. From skilled trades to management roles, we empower individuals to build careers that withstand the test of time. What do our clients think? We are the strategic partner in shaping the future of their projects. By connecting them with top-tier talent, we contribute to the creation of innovative, sustainable, and successful ventures that stand as a testament to progress in the construction industry. "I have worked with Joanne Fisher for 2.5 years...The calibre of the trades and labour she has supplied us has been outstanding resulting in a lot of the workers being on site from the beginning and will be likely to join us on future projects in the North West. Joanne has continued to look after us and the workers throughout Furlough and has been professional throughout." Michael Green, Senior Project Manager at GRAHAM What do our clients think? “In the construction industry it’s important to find the right quality of employees. Building Careers has been able to source the right type of candidates for all disciplines, to ensure my business was run successfully, managed adequately and was able to deliver for our clients. “The quality of service we received was outstanding. They took the pressure away in sourcing the right candidates. Over the last 15 years we have developed a trust, where Mark and his team has sourced the correct quality candidates at any given time, no matter where in the country. We’ve had some exceptional talent through Building Careers. Talent that has postively influenced our bottom line. The appointment of Mark and Building Careers has been one of the best business decisions I’ve made in construction.” Andy McDonough, Ex-Watkin Jones MD Similar Assistant Quantity Surveyor Jobs Popular with Other Job Seekers Quantity Surveyor Building Careers UK Ltd Chorley (PR6) £45000 - £58000 per annum + plus package 3 weeks ago Assistant Quantity Surveyor Direct Recruitment Services Preston (PR1) From £30,000 to £33,000 per annum 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor/Estimator Building Careers UK Ltd Wigan (WN8) £40000 - £45000 per annum + plus package 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor Lester Lloyd Limited Salford, Greater Manchester (M50) From £40,000 to £55,000 per annum Car allowance, Pension, Holidays, 3 weeks ago Quantity Surveyor Robert Half Limited Manchester (M1) £60000 - £70000 per annum 3 weeks ago Senior Quantity Surveyor The People Pod Warrington (WA1) £55000 - £70000 per annum + Allowance 1 week ago Assistant Quantity Surveyor FOSTER & MAY LIMITED Old Trafford, Manchester (M16), M16 0PX £30000 - £40000 per annum 3 days ago Civils Quantity Surveyor Morson Edge Bolton (BL4), BL4 0RR £50k - 60k per year 1 week ago Quantity Surveyor George Jones Son Contractors Limited Brunswick Business Park, Liverpool (L3), L3 4BJ 1 month ago Senior Quantity Surveyor Saxton Recruitment LTD Manchester (M1) £75000 - £85000 per annum + Car Allowance (£6,500) + Bonus + Benefits 1 week ago Assistant Quantity Surveyor jobs Assistant Quantity Surveyor jobs in Cheshire Construction jobs Construction jobs in Cheshire Quantity Surveying jobs Quantity Surveying jobs in Cheshire Jobs in Cheshire Surveyor jobs Employers Agent jobs Maintenance Surveyor jobs Senior Quantity Surveyor jobs Intermediate Quantity Surveyor jobs Section Quantity Surveyor jobs Associate Quantity Surveyor jobs Quantity Surveyor jobs Trainee Quantity Surveyor jobs Assistant Quantity Surveyor Housing Residential jobs Graduate Quantity Surveyor jobs Building Surveyor jobs Quantity Surveyor Manager jobs Executive Quantity Surveyor jobs Land Surveyor jobs Get hired. 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