Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Main Contractor - New build and refurbishment

Location: Central London

Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 + Benefits

Reporting to: Managing Surveyor

About the Company

This leading main contractor delivers high-end construction and refurbishment projects across the residential, commercial, hospitality, retail, and education sectors, with project values reaching £100m. Renowned for quality, discretion, and technical excellence, the business frequently operates within live and occupied environments, requiring carefully coordinated delivery and an exceptional standard of finish.

With a strong pipeline of prestigious work and a reputation for repeat clients, the company offers Assistant Quantity Surveyors exposure to major projects, best-in-class commercial processes, and high-calibre leadership.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to develop their career on large-scale, high-value projects, working closely with experienced Senior and Managing Quantity Surveyors.

You will be involved throughout the full project lifecycle — from pre-construction and procurement through to delivery and final account — gaining hands-on experience in commercial management within a collaborative, structured environment. The role offers genuine career progression toward Quantity Surveyor level and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial management of high-end projects ranging up to £100m.
• Support pre-construction activities, including cost planning, tender analysis, and procurement.
• Prepare and manage subcontract packages, variations, valuations, and cost reports.
• Assist with monthly valuations, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Work closely with site and delivery teams to ensure commercial controls are maintained.
• Support final accounts and client reporting to the highest professional standards.
• Maintain strong relationships with supply chain partners and consultants.
• Ensure compliance with internal procedures and contractual requirements.

About You

• 2–5+ years’ experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor within a main contractor.
• Exposure to high-end residential, commercial, fit-out, or refurbishment projects.
• Experience working on complex or high-value schemes (or a strong desire to move into this level of work).
• Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills.
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with a willingness to learn.
• Ambitious and career-driven, with a clear goal to progress to Quantity Surveyor and beyond.
• Degree-qualified in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline (or working toward).

The Work

Projects delivered on a negotiated and two-stage basis, across four core sectors:

• High-End Residential (prime and super-prime schemes)
• Hospitality & Leisure
• Retail
• Education & Commercial

Why Join?

• Exposure to landmark, high-value projects in Central London.
• Structured mentoring from highly experienced Senior and Managing Surveyors.
• Clear and supported progression toward Quantity Surveyor and Senior roles.
• Opportunity to work with blue-chip clients and elite design teams.
• A professional, collaborative culture that prioritises quality and development.
• Strong long-term pipeline and genuine job security.

If you're interested in this role, please send a copy of your CV and project list to nvrachimes@skilledcareers.co.uk, then we can set up a confidential chat.