Assistant Quantity Surveyor

  • Red Sky Personnel Ltd
  • Kelsale, Suffolk
  • 08/07/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Red Sky Personnel are recruiting for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established civil engineering contractor working on a major substation project in Suffolk. This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile energy infrastructure scheme, supporting the delivery of critical works within the UK s evolving power network.

You'll be joining a business with a strong reputation for delivering complex civil engineering projects, offering long-term career security, genuine career progression and the opportunity to work alongside experienced commercial teams on a major infrastructure project.

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of civil engineering packages, assisting with subcontract management, valuations, cost reporting, change control and the successful financial delivery of the project.

What We're Looking For

  • Previous experience working as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Junior Quantity Surveyor within civil engineering or infrastructure projects
  • Experience working on NEC contracts (NEC3 / NEC4 preferred)
  • Understanding of subcontract management, valuations, payments and cost control
  • Experience supporting commercial teams on major construction projects
  • Knowledge of construction methods, procurement processes and contract administration
  • Strong numerical, analytical and organisational skills
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively within project teams
  • Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or a related construction discipline (preferred)
  • Experience within energy, utilities, highways, water or major infrastructure projects is advantageous

What's On Offer

  • Competitive Salary Package
  • Company Benefits Package
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Company Pension Scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Flexible Benefits Package
  • Ongoing Training & Career Development
  • Long-term project security
  • Opportunity to work on a major UK energy infrastructure project in Suffolk

Security Clearance

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Any additional project-specific clearances will be discussed during the recruitment process.

If you're looking for your next Assistant Quantity Surveyor opportunity with a business delivering some of the UK's most important infrastructure projects, Red Sky Personnel would love to hear from you.