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Assistant Quantity Surveyor
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Assistant / Intermediate Quantity Surveyor
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Plymouth | Civils, EV Infrastructure & Commercial Projects
A well-established South West contractor is looking to appoint an ambitious Assistant or Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team based in Plymouth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated QS looking to develop their career within a supportive and experienced commercial environment, working across a varied portfolio of civils and commercial projects.
The Opportunity
Joining a well-established commercial team, you will work closely with senior leadership, gaining hands-on exposure across both estimating and surveying duties.
This Role Would Suit Someone Who Is
- Career-driven and ambitious
- Commercially minded
- Motivated to progress and increase earnings
- Confident and proactive, while remaining collaborative and grounded
- Looking for long-term career development within a stable business
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The Role
Responsibilities May Include
- Assisting with the commercial management of multiple projects
- Preparing estimates and pricing works
- Cost reporting and valuations
- Procurement of subcontractors and suppliers
- Supporting tender submissions
- Managing variations and final accounts
- Site visits and liaison with operational teams
- Supporting project profitability and commercial performance
Requirements
- Previous experience within a Quantity Surveying role or construction commercial environment
- Civils background preferred, although other construction backgrounds will be considered
- Degree or HNC in Quantity Surveying or Construction-related discipline preferred
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- Eagerness to learn and progress within the industry
- Full UK driving licence
Benefits
- Additional training and development opportunities
- 25 days annual leave
- Pool car available for site visits
- 1 day per week working from home available
- Long-term career progression opportunities
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Salary
- Competitive salary dependent on experience
- Starting salary expected from circa £35,000+
- Package open for the right individual
This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant or Intermediate QS looking to join a growing contractor where attitude, ambition, and long-term potential are genuinely valued.
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