Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Burnley £35,000 – £40,000 + Company Car + Fuel Card A specialist civil engineering contractor is looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of a range of civil engineering projects. The business operates across the UK, delivering technically challenging civils works for repeat clients within both the public and private sectors. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to gain hands-on experience within a supportive commercial team, working closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor while developing a strong grounding in civil engineering and NEC contracts. The company actively supports professional development, including RICS chartership. Key responsibilities will include: Assisting with the commercial and contractual management of projects from pre-contract through to final account. Supporting the administration of NEC and other standard forms of contract. Assisting in the preparation of valuations, applications for payment and variation submissions. Supporting cost control, forecasting and cash flow reporting. Assisting with subcontract procurement, comparisons and appointment. Helping manage subcontractor accounts, payments and variations. Supporting the identification and management of commercial risk. Requirements: Previous experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee Quantity Surveyor role within civil engineering or construction. Exposure to civil engineering or infrastructure projects. Good commercial awareness and willingness to learn. Strong communication and organisational skills. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Degree in Quantity Surveying. Interest in working towards RICS chartership. Additional info: Full support towards RICS chartership, including mentoring and structured development. Opportunity to work for a specialist civil engineering contractor with a strong pipeline of work. Clear career progression and long-term development opportunities. Apply If you’re interested in this opportunity, please apply with a copy of your CV or get in touch with our Commercial Specialist, Jane Fairhurst.