Trainee / Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Trainee/Assistant Quantity Surveyor Stonework & Restoration

Location: Central London (with site visits required)
Salary: Up to £40,000 (Dependent on Experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Our client, one of the UK s leading specialist stonework companies, is seeking a Trainee or Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their Commercial team in their Central London head office.

With a strong reputation for delivering high-end external stonework and cladding, they collaborate on prestigious projects across the UK, offering bespoke solutions to some of the most iconic buildings and developments. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual to develop a career in quantity surveying within a specialist subcontracting environment.

The Role Trainee/Assistant Quantity Surveyor

This role is ideal for a Trainee QS looking to start their career in construction, or an Assistant QS with 1-2 years experience working for a specialist subcontractor. Working under the Commercial Manager, you will gain hands-on experience across key commercial activities, including estimating, cost management, contract administration, and procurement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in reviewing, analysing, and producing detailed quotations by measuring drawings, pricing, and estimating.
• Support the valuing, monitoring, and submission of monthly applications for progress payments on contracted projects.
• Help identify, review, and price variations to contracted works.
• Assist in providing a handover of awarded projects to the site team, procurement, and pre-construction activities up to site commencement.
• Collaborate closely with project teams, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure effective cost control and contract management.
• Support commercial reporting and documentation to help manage project finances.
• Conduct site visits as required to understand project requirements and monitor progress.

What We re Looking For

• Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field (or currently studying towards one).
• 1-2 years of experience in a Quantity Surveying or Estimating role within construction or a specialist subcontractor (preferred but not essential).
• Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Ability to interpret architectural and construction drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and basic knowledge of estimating or cost management software.
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Stone industry knowledge is advantageous but not essential, as full training will be provided.
• A keen interest in high-end stonework, restoration, and specialist construction projects.
• A full UK driving licence is beneficial due to site visit requirements.

What s In It for You?

• Comprehensive training and career development in a specialist field.
• Opportunity to progress within the commercial team, with clear pathways for career advancement.
• Be part of a renowned company working on prestigious, high-profile projects.
• Competitive salary up to £40,000 and benefits package.
• Flexible working for office, site and home
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in Central London.

How to Apply

If you are looking to start or progress your career in quantity surveying within the specialist stonework industry, we would love to hear from you.

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