Our client, a well-established refurbishment contractor, are seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team on a permanent, full-time basis from their Chichester office. The business delivers a wide range of refurbishment and fitout projects across the South of England, with schemes typically ranging from £10k to £3M. With a £15M turnover, 45 office staff and 130 operatives, they offer strong stability, a supportive commercial structure and genuine long-term progression.

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will work across both office and site environments (circa 50/50 split), supporting senior commercial staff while gradually taking ownership of their own projects and packages. Typical duties will include:

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a minimum of 1 year's QS experience, ideally gained with a subcontractor or within refurbishment/fitout. Candidates holding T-Level, HNC or Degree-level qualifications in Quantity Surveying or Construction are encouraged to apply.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Position Overview

Assisting with cost planning, measurement and take-offs * Supporting procurement and issuing enquiries * Helping prepare valuations and applications for payment * Monitoring costs, variations and subcontract accounts * Attending site visits and progress meetings * Supporting reporting and commercial administration * Working closely with senior QSs for mentoring and development

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Position Requirements

Minimum 1 year's Quantity Surveying experience * Refurbishment, fitout or subcontractor background beneficial * T-Level, HNC, Degree or similar construction/commercial qualification * Strong communication and numerical skills * Full UK driving licence

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Position Remuneration

Salary: £35,000 - £50,000 DOE * Mileage / expenses * 23 days holiday + BH (rising with service) * Bonus scheme * Pension * CPD support & mentoring * Clear progression opportunity including the chance to grow into a future Chichester office leadBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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