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Assistant Quantity Surveyor

  • Location

    Newark on Trent

  • Sector:

    Commercial, Technical / Engineering / Health & Safety

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £28k - 35k per year

  • Contact:

    Leanne Cooper

  • Contact email:

    leanne.cooper@ambitionspersonnel.com

  • Contact phone:

    01636 611320

  • Job ref:

    EXPQS

  • Published:

    5 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-04-21

Are you ready to take the next step in your Quantity Surveying career?

We’re working with a Newark-based business looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with a minimum of 2 years’ experience. If you’re looking to build on your existing knowledge and take on more responsibility in a supportive, flexible environment, this could be the perfect move.

With 1 day working from home, 34 days’ holiday, a generous benefits package, and a clear path for development, this is an ideal opportunity for someone who’s ready to grow their career in a hands-on, project-focused role.

Key Details

  • Salary: £28,000 – £35,000 (depending on experience)
  • Location: Newark – 4 days office / 1 day WFH
  • Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 hours/week, 1-hour lunch)

Benefits

  • Band F car allowance: £350/month
  • Annual bonus (up to 15% of basic salary)
  • 26 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (increases with service)
  • Simplyhealth Level 1 medical cash plan
  • Life assurance (2x salary)
  • 4% employer pension contribution
  • Supportive team culture with real career progression opportunities

About the Role

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a key role supporting the commercial team on a variety of construction projects. Your day-to-day will involve:

  • Managing project costs and budgets
  • Contract administration and document management
  • Assisting with subcontractor packages and valuations
  • Working closely with site and project managers to ensure cost-effective project delivery
  • Contributing to project reporting and forecasting

You’ll be working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your input will be valued, and your skills will continue to grow.

What We’re Looking For

  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role
  • Ideally degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
  • Good knowledge of construction contracts and cost control principles
  • A proactive, detail-focused mindset and strong organisational skills
  • Strong communication and a team-first attitude

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