Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Chard

Location
Chard
Job type
Permanent
Seniority
Junior
Posted

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Somerset

£28,000–£35,000 + Car Allowance

Permanent

An established contractor, based in Somerset is looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

This is a permanent opportunity, and they are open to considering both an experienced AQS with around 2 years’ experience or a Graduate looking to develop their commercial career.

The role:

* Supporting the commercial management of groundworks and associated civil engineering projects

* Assisting with valuations, cost reporting and cash-flow forecasting

* Working closely with the wider commercial and operational teams

* Site visits as required

What they're looking for:

* AQS with circa 2 years’ experience or a Graduate looking to start a career in Quantity Surveying

* Construction experience from any sector considered – groundworks/civils experience is not essential

* Good understanding of valuations and commercial processes

* Bluebeam experience would be advantageous

* Good Excel and winder MS applications a must

* Strong communication skills and a proactive approach

Salary & benefits:

* Experienced AQS: up to £35,000

* Graduate: circa £28,000

* Car allowance

* Business mileage paid

* Excellent annual leave allowance

* Permanent position

* Immediate start available for the right person

This would suit someone looking to join a supportive, hands-on team where they can develop and take on increasing commercial responsibility.

Interested? Apply today with your CV or give Jo or Abbie a call on (phone number removed) for an informal chat.

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Benefits

Car Allowance

Advert last confirmed live on 4 October 2026 · Partner reference 225670749