Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Eastbourne

Paying up to £40k + package

Role

An exciting opportunity with one of UK's leading retail fit out contractors who are looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their South East office. A highly successful company working on some of the UK's leading retailers with an annual turnover in excess of £50m.

You will be working on fit out and shop fit projects with values from £100k to £2m. This is an exciting opportunity for an aspiring QS to develop their career in this fast paced sector.

Responsibilities

* Measure quantities and assist in producing bill of quantities

* Work with senior QS / cost manager to ensure costs align with client budgets.

* Help prepare tender documentation, including pricing schedules, preliminaries, and specifications.

* Assist in issuing tenders, collating contractor queries, and evaluating tender returns.

* Support in the analysis of tender submissions, comparing prices, rates, and value for money.

* Assist with contract setup (JCT, NEC, or bespoke forms), including preparation of contract documents and issue of instructions.

* Maintain records of correspondence, drawings, and site instructions.

What We're Looking For

* Degree in Quantity Surveying or equivalent construction-related discipline.

* Working knowledge of JCT or NEC contracts.

* Good understanding of cost control, measurement, and procurement processes.

* Strong communication, numeracy, and Excel skills.

What's on Offer

* Up to £40,000 per annum (depending on experience)

* Car allowance / Company car + Pension

* Opportunities for career development, professional training

* Join a collaborative commercial team