Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Wolverhampton / Midlands, UK

The Role 

To provide commercial and contractual support across construction projects, helping ensure they are procured, monitored and delivered to achieve budget, programme and quality targets. You will assist the commercial team with measurement, valuation, reporting and contract administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with project teams to place sub-contract trade orders and maintain accurate contractual records.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing the Project Execution Plan (PEP), cost value reports and cost forecasts.
• Support timely preparation and submission of valuations, notices and payment applications in line with the Construction Act.
• Carry out physical re-measurement of works on site to monitor delivered value and manage cost control.
• Help minimise non-recoverable costs and support the final account preparation and settlement.
• Produce clear contractual correspondence and ensure documentation is maintained to company standards.
• Identify potential contractual disputes and escalate to the commercial lead as required.
• Perform additional duties as reasonably required to support commercial and project outcomes.

About You:

Skills & Attributes

• Commercially aware with strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Ambitious and eager to develop a long-term career in construction and commercial management.
• Strong communicator who builds effective relationships with internal teams and external partners.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and deliver tasks to deadlines.
• A team player who shows accountability, proactive thinking and a positive attitude.

Desirable Experience

• Previous exposure to commercial functions in construction projects or internships/placements within surveying teams.
• Previous Experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor would be preferred 
• Basic knowledge of contract administration, cost reporting and valuation processes.

Behaviours

• Acts with honesty, integrity and accountability.
• Takes responsibility for safety and compliance.
• Open-minded with a willingness to learn and embrace change.
• Strong levels of self-awareness and emotional intelligence.
• Proactive, curious and driven to achieve results.

How to Apply

If you're ready to take the next step in your quantity surveying career, please send your CV to emma.saunders-waller@thornbaker.co.uk