Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Portsmouth Salary: £35,000-£55,000 (experience-dependent) Sector: Painting & Decorating / Refurbishment Region: South Coast A well-established specialist contractor delivering high-quality painting and decorating projects across the South Coast is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join its growing commercial team. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious QS seeking real progression, hands-on responsibility, and exposure to a broad mix of projects. The Role You will support senior commercial staff in managing multiple contracts from tender through to final account. Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Assisting with measurements, take-offs, and cost analysis

Preparing valuations, variations, and financial reports

Supporting subcontractor procurement and account management

Contributing to tender submissions and pricing exercises

Conducting regular site visits across the region

Working closely with project managers to ensure accurate cost control and forecasting

About You Experience in a quantity surveying or commercial role within construction (painting & decorating exposure a bonus, not essential)

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