Assistant Quantity Surveyor

  • PPM Recruitment
  • Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
  • Sep 23, 2025
Full time Construction Quantity Surveyor Civil Engineer Site Manager Management Graduate Construction Assistant Construction

Job Description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Main - Contractor

We are seeking an Assistant Quantity/Graduate Surveyor who has recently completed their commercial degree or has gained some experience within the construction industry, ideally on building or civil engineering projects. As a key member of the commercial team, you will report directly to the Commercial Lead on a specific project and assist with managing the financial and contractual aspects on a wide range of projects.

Including: healthcare, retail, offices, education and social housing throughout Cambridge and surrounding areas.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the measurement and preparation of applications for payment

  • Support the preparation of interim applications and final accounts

  • Record, monitor, and help produce financial reports for project management

  • Collaborate closely with engineers, site managers, and clients

  • Assist in managing subcontract procurement, payments, and site records


Qualifications & Capabilities:

  • A genuine passion for construction, with a strong focus on safety, problem-solving, and client relationship building

  • Highly organised, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team

  • Strong commercial acumen, including excellent numeracy, analytical skills, and an enjoyment of negotiation

  • A degree in Quantity Surveying (or equivalent, such as HNC/HND), or currently studying for a part-time degree in Quantity Surveying

If you are driven, eager to grow in a dynamic environment, and looking to develop your career in construction, we'd love to hear from you!

Contact David Recruitment for more details. (phone number removed)