Job Description
Assistant Quantity Surveyor role supporting the commercial delivery of large-scale residential developments across London within a growing property developer. Offering up to 50,000 (inclusive of car allowance) plus 7% bonus, this position is ideal for someone with 3+ years' experience in a housebuilder or developer environment, preferably with main contractor training.
Client Details
Our client is an established and design-focused property developer with a strong pipeline of residential schemes across London. With multiple projects secured and in delivery, the business continues to strengthen its commercial team to support ongoing construction activity.
The company specialises in multi-unit residential developments, often incorporating mixed-use elements and high-quality specifications. Projects range from mid-rise to large-scale urban schemes, offering exposure to both pre-construction and live site environments.
Due to sustained growth, they are seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of current and upcoming developments.
Description
- Assist in the commercial delivery of large-scale residential development projects
- Support cost planning, budgeting, and financial reporting processes
- Assist with subcontractor procurement, tender analysis, and package recommendations
- Support contract administration including valuations, variations, and change control
- Monitor subcontractor payments and contribute to monthly cost reporting and forecasting
- Work closely with site teams, consultants, and internal stakeholders to maintain commercial control
- Assist with value engineering and risk management initiatives
- Support final account agreement and project close-out procedures
Profile
- Minimum 3+ years' experience working for a housebuilder or developer
- Ideally trained within a main contractor environment
- Experience supporting residential projects through live construction phases
- Good understanding of JCT contracts and standard procurement routes
- Commercially aware, organised, and detail-oriented
- Confident communicator with the ability to work collaboratively within project teams
- Ambitious and motivated to progress within a growing commercial function
Job Offer
- Salary up to 50,000 (inclusive of car allowance) depending on experience
- 7% annual bonus
- London-based role working on high-quality residential developments
- Clear progression pathway within an expanding business
- Exposure to full project lifecycle within a developer environment
