Junior Quantity Surveyor / Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Truro
Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 (DOE)
Job Type: Permanent

About the Role

Sphere Solutions are recruiting for an ambitious, driven Junior or Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a commercial team in Truro. Working alongside an experienced Senior QS, you will gain hands-on experience across the full commercial lifecycle of core projects, which focus on new build housing and groundworks.

Key Responsibilities

Working closely with the Senior QS, you will assist with commercial duties, including:

• Supporting bid preparation and estimating costs.
• Engaging with sub-contractors and issuing tender packages.
• Performing take-offs and carrying out site valuations.
• Assisting with invoicing, payment applications, reconciliations, and final account settlements.
• Attending sites across the local area to monitor progress.

What We’re Looking For

• Recent Graduate: Graduate in Quantity Surveying or a related Construction field — bright, proactive, and keen to learn with a great work ethic and strong communication skills.
• OR Experienced Assistant: ~1+ years of experience in an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role, with a solid working understanding of full commercial duties and the ability to work with autonomy on day-to-day tasks.

Requirements

• Full UK driving licence.
• Proficient in Excel and comfortable using electronic document/drawing platforms (e.g., Procure).

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (£27,000 – £30,000 depending on experience).
• One-on-one training and support from an experienced Senior QS/Estimator.
• Clear progression path to full QS status as your experience grows.

Apply Now

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Jo or Abbie on 01752 421888, or submit your CV via the application button.

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