Assistant Quantity Surveyor
CV-LibraryDurham, County DurhampermanentPosted: 7 July 2026
Apply NowWe’re supporting a leading civil engineering contractor in the North East who is looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support commercial delivery across a range of civils and infrastructure projects. This role suits someone with early‑stage QS experience who is confident working with site teams, managing documentation, and developing their commercial skillset.
Key Responsibilities
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Commercial Support: Assist with cost control, valuations, variations, and monthly reporting.
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Measurement & Take‑Offs: Carry out accurate measurements, take‑offs, and support the preparation of BOQs.
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Subcontractor Management: Help manage subcontractor accounts, payments, and contract documentation.
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Site Collaboration: Work closely with Site Managers and Engineers to ensure commercial alignment with site progress.
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Procurement Support: Assist with procurement of materials and subcontract packages.
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Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate records, ensuring all commercial documentation is completed to company standards.
What You’ll Bring
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Experience as an Assistant QS, Trainee QS, or similar commercial role within construction or civils.
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Understanding of groundworks, drainage, utilities, structures, or infrastructure projects.
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Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
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Confident communicator able to work collaboratively with site and commercial teams.
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Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or working towards it) advantageous.
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CSCS card preferred.
Benefits
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Competitive salary and package
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Clear progression route into Quantity Surveyor roles
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Exposure to varied civils projects across the North East
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Supportive commercial team with strong training and development pathways
How to Apply
If you’re an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop your career within the North East civils sector, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential conversation
Key Responsibilities
*
Commercial Support: Assist with cost control, valuations, variations, and monthly reporting.
*
Measurement & Take‑Offs: Carry out accurate measurements, take‑offs, and support the preparation of BOQs.
*
Subcontractor Management: Help manage subcontractor accounts, payments, and contract documentation.
*
Site Collaboration: Work closely with Site Managers and Engineers to ensure commercial alignment with site progress.
*
Procurement Support: Assist with procurement of materials and subcontract packages.
*
Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate records, ensuring all commercial documentation is completed to company standards.
What You’ll Bring
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Experience as an Assistant QS, Trainee QS, or similar commercial role within construction or civils.
*
Understanding of groundworks, drainage, utilities, structures, or infrastructure projects.
*
Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
*
Confident communicator able to work collaboratively with site and commercial teams.
*
Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying (or working towards it) advantageous.
*
CSCS card preferred.
Benefits
*
Competitive salary and package
*
Clear progression route into Quantity Surveyor roles
*
Exposure to varied civils projects across the North East
*
Supportive commercial team with strong training and development pathways
How to Apply
If you’re an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop your career within the North East civils sector, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential conversation