Wates Group
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
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⭐ Assistant Quantity Surveyor
📍 West Midlands
🏢 WPS
We're looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our WPS team in the West Midlands — supporting our Site and Project Surveyors across pre‑ and post‑contract activities, commercial functions and contract reporting. If you're eager to grow your commercial career and love working as part of a supportive team, this role is for you! 💼✨
What you'll be doing 💡
- 🔐 Carry out regular site safety samples and build confidence reviewing subcontractor safety checks.
- 👥 Take ownership of your PDRs, training, and personal development.
- 🎯 Review objectives with your line manager and keep your action plans up to date.
- 📏 Complete on‑site measurements/take‑offs and maintain accurate commercial records.
- 🧾 Support with valuation, cost tracking, day works, and understanding contract obligations.
- 🤝 Communicate professionally with customers and colleagues, helping us deliver a great Wates experience.
- 📊 Learn how our commercial processes and M&V cycles work to support monthly CVRs.
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What we're looking for 🌱
- 🎓 Working towards or already holding an industry‑accredited construction/commercial degree.
- 📚 Basic knowledge of construction methods, measurement & valuation, cost control, contract records and procurement.
- 🤝 Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across site, supply chain and PQS/design teams.
- 📈 A genuine interest in developing commercial skills and growing within WPS.
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Why join WPS?
At Wates, people are at the heart of what we do. You'll join a friendly, community‑minded business with real opportunities to learn, grow and shape your career. 🌟
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We don't discriminate based on a criminal record; all applications are reviewed on an individual basis against the requirements of the role. Some roles may require additional checks, due to the nature of the work. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer an interview to applicants with a disability who meet the minimum criteria for the role and opt in to the Disability Confident scheme.
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