Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Dover

The Port of Dover is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our Procurement and PMO Department, working closely with project teams across a diverse portfolio of construction and infrastructure projects. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their commercial expertise across a full range of construction disciplines, including both land-based and marine projects. You'll gain exposure to the complete project lifecycle, from procurement and tendering through to final accounts, while contributing to the ongoing success and development of one of Europe's most important transport and logistics hubs.

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support Project Managers and senior commercial staff in delivering effective cost management and commercial control across a variety of projects and maintenance works. Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the preparation and administration of tender documentation, bills of quantities and contract conditions.
• Supporting the measurement and valuation of construction works.
• Preparing cost estimates and analysing project specifications and requirements.
• Assisting with tender and quotation evaluations to ensure compliance with procurement regulations and project requirements.
• Supporting the assessment and negotiation of variations, claims and additional works.
• Monitoring project budgets and helping to produce accurate cost forecasts.
• Conducting site visits to verify progress, measurements and project information.
• Assisting with the preparation of cost reports, payment assessments and final accounts.
• Supporting contract administration activities and maintaining accurate commercial records.
• Identifying cost-saving opportunities and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
• Keeping up to date with industry developments, legislation and commercial best practices.

You will play an important role in ensuring:

• Accurate cost reporting and forecasting.
• Timely production of commercial reports and dashboards.
• Effective procurement activities delivered to programme.
• Supplier valuations and payments processed within contractual deadlines.
• Robust change control and variation management.
• Commercial records maintained to a high standard.
• Compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Strong working relationships with project teams, suppliers and stakeholders.

We're looking for someone who is eager to learn, commercially aware and keen to build a successful career in quantity surveying. Essential Skills & Experience include:

• Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or a related discipline.
• Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or within a similar commercial role in a construction, civil engineering or infrastructure environment.
• Understanding of quantity surveying principles, cost control and measurement techniques.
• Strong analytical and numerical abilities.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant commercial software systems.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to project sites when required.

Desirable skills include knowledge of NEC contracts, experience working in a client-side or consultancy environment, familiarity with CDM Regulations and public/utilities procurement requirements, and experience using systems such as BCIS, Asite or similar platforms.

You will be enthusiastic, committed and proactive, a strong problem solver with a logical approach, comfortable working independently and as part of a wider team, able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines, detail-focused with excellent planning and analytical skills, a confident communicator who builds positive working relationships, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and safety.

At the Port of Dover, you'll have the chance to work on a diverse range of high-profile and technically challenging projects that help keep the UK connected with Europe. Alongside career development opportunities, you'll be joining a collaborative and supportive team that values innovation, safety, respect and continuous improvement. If you're looking to take the next step in your quantity surveying career and gain experience across a unique and varied portfolio of construction projects, we'd love to hear from you.

Hours of work: Monday – Friday 37.5hrs per week

Salary: £34k

Benefits include 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata), generous contributory pension scheme, discretionary annual bonus scheme, private health care, life assurance, employee assistance programme, 3rd party discounts, cycle to work scheme, benefits and reward platform, free parking, and employee volunteering scheme.

All offers of employment are subject to us obtaining satisfactory references (covering all education, training, employment and unemployment in the preceding 5 years) and there will be a pre-employment medical including a drug and alcohol test. We need to satisfy your Right to Work in the UK. Please be aware that all employees will be subject to background security checks in order to obtain a Dock Pass.

We value the unique differences that each of our colleagues bring to work every day and are committed to creating an environment where everyone is looking after each other and respected, included and able to perform at their best. All applications are reviewed by our team — we do not use AI for screening.

Closing date: 16 October 2026 at 5pm. This vacancy may close earlier than the above closing date, if we receive a sufficient number of applications.