Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Company: Toppesfield
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Location: East Midlands
Job Description:

About Toppesfield

Toppesfield isn’t just about asphalt surfacing; it’s about our ToppTeam. Over the last two decades, we have grown into one of the UK’s leading surfacing contractors, working with customers across a wide range of sectors to improve infrastructure, enhance safety, and create lasting value for communities.

About Toppesfield

Toppesfield isn’t just about asphalt surfacing; it’s about our ToppTeam. Over the last two decades, we have grown into one of the UK’s leading surfacing contractors, working with customers across a wide range of sectors to improve infrastructure, enhance safety, and create lasting value for communities. As we’ve grown, so has our ambition. Through continuous improvement and a desire to do things differently we’ve expanded our reach across the UK, creating over 350 employment opportunities, establishing a network of depots nationwide and delivering projects across a wide range of sectors. But our success isn’t just about numbers; it’s about our incredible team and our shared commitment to excellence. If you’re looking to be part of a company that values its people, promotes collaboration, and sets the industry standard, Toppesfield is your destination. Come be a part of our success story.

Role Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Assistant Quantity Surveyor who will work alongside and support our dynamic Commercial team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist and support the Managing Quantity Surveyor in preparing, maintaining, and processing financial and project transactions
  • Assist in compiling all required reports and schedules, and perform general commercial administrative tasks, including filing, managing emails, and following up on communications via email and phone.
  • Manage and analyse project variations, including any claims for loss and expense
  • Assist with carrying out interim valuations; value completed works and applying for payments
  • Support in providing accurate, real-time monthly reports (Cost Value Reconciliations) and forecasts for final outcomes.
  • Assist with analysis of project costs and preparation of monthly cost reports and commentary for any variance
  • Attend site meetings with clients and contractors as required for initial survey and project development
  • Support the Commercial and Sales team with administrative tasks and other ad-hoc responsibilities.

Ideal Candidate

Whilst we desire the candidate to have previous experience, candidates are expected to have some knowledge of the role of a QS, an analytical mind and an interest in the construction industry.

Why join Toppesfield?

We’re proud to be a people first business, and in addition to a competitive salary, we’re pleased to offer:

  • Generous annual leave: Up to 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, annual leave buy and sell scheme, and years’ service entitlement increase
  • Family focused policies: enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
  • Training and development opportunities: for continued career development
  • People first initiatives: cycle to work scheme, birthday bonus, discount portal, saving scheme, life assurance and company social events
  • Employee Assistant Programme (EAP): access to support services for personal and professional wellbeing
  • Performance bonus: eligibility for performance-based bonuses
  • Employee referral scheme: earn rewards for referring new team members
  • Employee volunteering programme: opportunities to give back to the communities we work in
  • Supportive culture: a collaborative working environment with opportunities for progression
  • Learning and Development: Continuous growth opportunities and training.

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Posted: October 13th, 2026