Assistant Quantity Surveyor

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The Opportunity

We are recruiting for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Trainee Quantity Surveyor to join a well-established regional residential developer delivering high-quality housing schemes across Bath, Wiltshire, and the surrounding areas.

The business has a strong reputation for building sustainable, design-led homes and communities, with a focus on quality, long-term value, and customer satisfaction. With a healthy pipeline of projects, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team and develop your career within housebuilding.

The Role

This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across the full commercial lifecycle of residential developments, supporting senior commercial staff on live housing projects.

You will be involved in everything from procurement through to final accounts, making this an ideal position for someone looking to build a long-term career in quantity surveying.

The company is open to candidates from both housebuilding and main contracting backgrounds, including those currently studying or recently qualified.

Key Responsibilities

Assisting with the commercial management of residential developments

Supporting procurement of subcontractors and preparation of packages

Assisting with valuations, variations, and cost reporting

Monitoring project costs and budgets

Supporting subcontractor payments and account management

Liaising with site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors

Maintaining accurate commercial records and documentation

Supporting month-end reporting and forecasting

Requirements

Experience or interest in Quantity Surveying within construction

Open to Assistant QS, Trainee QS, or graduates / students

Background in housebuilding or main contracting advantageous

Good numerical and analytical skills

Strong communication and organisational abilities

Eagerness to learn and develop within a commercial role

Desirable:

Experience with COINS software

Relevant qualification (HNC/HND/Degree) or currently studying

What’s on Offer

Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 days home)

Annual bonus scheme (company & personal KPI related)

Strong career progression and development opportunities

Immediate opportunity available

Long-term work across Bath and Wiltshire projects
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Location:
Bath
Salary:
£42,000 - £48,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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