Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Company: Premises Recruitment Ltd
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Location: Harrow
Job Description:

Salary: Competitive + benefits (dependent on experience)

About the Role

We are recruiting an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a well‑established specialist interiors contractor operating across commercial, residential, hotel, and educational sectors. The successful candidate will support the commercial team in delivering accurate cost control and commercial management on a variety of interior fit‑out and specialist subcontract works, including dry lining, partitions, suspended ceilings and associated trades.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist with preparation of subcontract enquiries, tender packages and pricing documentation.
  • Support measurement and quantification of works from drawings and site information.
  • Help prepare cost plans, bills of quantities, estimates and variation valuations.
  • Monitor subcontractor pricing and assist with subcontract negotiation and appointment.
  • Maintain up-to-date records of costs, variations, procurement and commitments.
  • Support monthly valuations and interim applications.
  • Assist with commercial reporting, cashflow forecasting and risk reviews.
  • Work alongside site and project teams to resolve commercial and contractual issues.
  • Ensure compliance with company commercial procedures and health & safety standards.

About You

  • Educated to A‑Level or Degree level or equivalent, ideally in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or similar.
  • Experience within a subcontracting environment or specialist contractor is welcomed but not essential.
  • Good understanding of measurement principles and construction documentation.
  • Excellent numerical, analytical and organisational skills.
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with cost software is a plus.
  • Eager to learn, proactive and commercially aware.

What’s On Offer

  • Exposure to diverse and technically challenging projects across multiple sectors.
  • Opportunity to develop your commercial and contract management skills.
  • Supportive team environment with clear career progression.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package (to be discussed at interview).

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

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Posted: October 22nd, 2026