Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Exeter

Location: Exeter, Devon
Division: South West Region
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

In a Nutshell…

Are you an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee Quantity Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for someone to support the commercial delivery of a large multi-phase residential development scheme based in Exeter.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager and working closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you’ll gain hands-on experience across all stages of cost management – from procurement through to the finalisation of sub-contract accounts.

This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career within a growing and supportive team, contributing to a strong development pipeline in the region.

What’s in it for you?

Here’s what’s on offer:

• Competitive basic salary with annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance, or travel allowance
• Up to 33 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Private Healthcare
• Access to employee rewards portal with many more benefits

Requirements:

Essential:

• HNC or Degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction Management
• A good understanding of building regulations, construction methods, and legal obligations
• Strong numerical and IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of standard measurement rules
• Ability to manage budgets, assess cost data, and analyse information
• Strong communication, negotiation, and networking skills

Desirable:

• HND or Degree in Construction
• Working towards membership with CIOB or CIPS
• Experience using COINS software

Your Day-to-Day Responsibilities…

In this role, you’ll assist the commercial team by:

• Supporting cost management across all project stages
• Preparing and analysing tender packages and sub-contract orders
• Attending site pre-start meetings and liaising with construction teams
• Monitoring and reporting on post-contract costs
• Managing and processing invoices and applications for payment
• Assisting with variation accounts, final accounts, and material valuations
• Ensuring compliance with contract terms, health & safety policies, and company procedures
• Supporting the team with forecasting, budgeting, and reporting
• Contributing to efficient document management and project administration

Next Steps:

For an informal discussion please call Abbie or Jo on 01752 421888 or apply as instructed.

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