Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Wates
️ Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Sector: Social Housing
Contract Value: ~£5m per annum
About the Role
We're looking for a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of a high-volume, fast-paced contract managing ~4,500 properties .
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your commercial skills while working closely with experienced Surveyors and operational teams .
Key Responsibilities
Commercial & Financial Management
- Maximise contract value and entitlement
- Manage ~200 exclusions per month & 25–30 voids
- Carry out site measurements and take-offs
- Monitor weekly materials & subcontractor spend vs forecasts
- Support production of cost/value reports and commercial insight
Procurement & Subcontractor Management
- Issue purchase orders & scopes for void works Process subcontractor applications within contractual timeframes
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- Develop understanding of procurement and subcontract processes
Project & Cost Control
- Scope repair works and voids using NHF Schedule of Rates
- Maintain accurate site records (materials, variations, dayworks)
- Assist in monthly reporting and CVR processes
Stakeholder Engagement
- Liaise with clients, subcontractors & internal teams
- Communicate professionally and confidently
- Support operational teams with commercial awareness reports
- ️ Development & Process
- Learn and apply commercial processes to maximise returns
- Build knowledge of contracts, cost control & valuation Take ownership of your personal and professional development
️ Health, Safety & Compliance
- Carry out site safety checks
- Support best practice across health & safety standards
About You
Studying towards (or completed) a construction-related degree
Strong interest in quantity surveying & cost management
Good understanding of:
- Construction methods ️
- Cost control & valuation
- Contract administration
Excellent communication & relationship-building skills
Highly organised with a proactive mindset
Keen to learn, develop and grow within the business
Why Join?
- Work on a high-value, high-volume contract
- Gain hands-on experience across all commercial functions
- Clear path for career progression Collaborative and supportive team environment
Interested? Apply now and take the next step in your Quantity Surveying career!
Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.
Our commitments
WPS is proud to be an employer where anyone can thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every requirement, as we value transferable skills and assess all applications fairly.
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. Reasonable adjustments are available, please contact us at [email protected]
Benefits
Bonus
Pension scheme
Life assurance
Flexible benefits
Generous holiday
Enhanced family leave & policies
Car salary sacrifice scheme
