Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Assistant Quantity Surveyor A major UK highways maintenance contractor is building a new commercial team for a long-term Kent-based term maintenance contract commencing May 2026. This 14-year framework (extendable to 21 years) is valued at £50–55m per annum and covers routine, reactive and improvement works across the publicly maintained highway network. Due to team mobilisation, an Assistant Quantity Surveyor is required to support the commercial function across multiple operational depots in Kent. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor’s Role You will support Senior QSs and Commercial Managers in managing a high-volume, low-value highways maintenance contract. Responsibilities will include: Assisting with cost capture and subcontractor management Supporting procurement of supply chain packages Managing variations and compensation events Preparing and assisting with interim valuations Supporting monthly CVR reporting Assisting with final accounts Working closely with operational delivery teams and depot managers You will gain exposure across the full lifecycle of a term service contract in a live operational environment. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor Degree qualified (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying or Commercial Management 1–3 years’ experience within a contractor environment Exposure to NEC contracts desirable Highways, civils or infrastructure background preferred Strong numerical and commercial awareness Proactive, organised and eager to develop Full UK driving licence In Return? Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 25 days holiday + bank holidays Pension scheme Car allowance or company vehicle (subject to level) Structured progression and promotion from within Exposure to a major long-term infrastructure framework Laptop, expenses, and professional development support If you are an Assistant Quantity Surveyor considering your career opportunities, please contact Sam Patuzzo at Samuel James. Ref: #KENT-AQS26 Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Junior QS / Graduate QS / Commercial Assistant / Trainee Quantity Surveyor