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Assistant QS - Private housebuilder

Sevenoaks, England , United Kingdom

Property & Construction jobs >> Skilled Trade

Negotiable

Permanent

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Your new company - a growing privately-owned residential developer based in West Kent, specialising in high-quality, traditionally built private housing schemes, now seek an assistant QS to expand the busy commercial team. With five active projects currently underway and more in the pipeline, they are entering an exciting phase of planned expansion over the coming years. To support this growth, a detail-focused Assistant Quantity Surveyor is sought to join the close-knit commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple projects and grow with a company that has an extremely bright future.

Your new role - Working closely with the Commercial Manager, you will assist in the financial and contractual management of three small-scale residential developments. Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting cost planning, procurement, and tendering
Preparing and managing subcontractor packages and valuations
Monitoring budgets and cost reporting
Assisting with monthly CVRs and final accounts
Liaising with site teams, suppliers, and consultants
Ensuring compliance with contractual obligations and company proceduresThe role will be office-based with site visits as required.

What you'll need to succeed
Whilst all candidates will be considered, this is an assistant QS role suited to those with up to 5 years' experience in a similar trainee or assistant Quantity Surveying role.A degree in Quantity Surveying or a related field is desirable. Previous experience in residential construction is preferred,
Strong communication and organisational skills, A proactive, team-oriented approach and a desire to progress as a qs is essential. This is a long-term role based in the west Kent area. Therefore, interested candidates should be looking for a permanent role and be comfortable with the commute.

What you'll get in return
Salary is negotiable on experience with a guide of 35 - 45k + package. This is an immediate vacancy.

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Working closely with the Commercial Manager, you will assist in the financial and contractual management of three small-scale residential developments. Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting cost planning, procurement, and tendering
Preparing and managing subcontractor packages and valuations
Monitoring budgets and cost reporting
Assisting with monthly CVRs and final accounts
Liaising with site teams, suppliers, and consultantsEnsuring compliance with contractual obligations and company procedures

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No. of positions available*: 1
Salary: Negotiable
Experience: None
Education: None
Post Date: June 21, 2025
Job id:. CV-81871
Position Type: Permanent
Applicants: 0
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