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Assistant QS (Permanent)

25 August by Fire and Security Careers

Job Location:
United Kingdom -England -Greater London -Islington
Salary:
£60,000 - £65,000/annum + Benefits

Assistant Quantity Surveyor (M&E / Fire & Security/ Fire Alarms)

London & South East | £55,000 - £65,000 + Company Car/Allowance + BUPA + Benefits

We're looking for a commercially minded person to become an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support projects and Project managers across London with costings, variations and invoicing requests for payment, by passing costings to senior QS.

This role will focus on carrying out take-offs using Bluebeam, identifying differences between tendered works and actual site requirements, and working closely with Project Managers to understand and quantify variations, cost impacts, and commercial opportunities. You'll then provide this information to the Quantity Surveying team to support valuations, invoicing, and applications for payment.

Fire Alarm experience is not required. We're keen to hear from candidates with backgrounds in:

  • Quantity Surveying
  • Estimating
  • Project Management
  • Design
  • M&E
  • Construction or Building Services
  • Fire & Security

Key Requirements

  • Experience using Bluebeam for take-offs
  • Strong commercial awareness
  • 3-5 days a week, visiting different sites/ PM's in London
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
  • Experience analysing costs, pricing, and project variations
  • Strong communication and reporting skills

What's on Offer for Assistant Quantity Surveyor (Fire Alarm Projects).

  • £55,000 - £65,000 salary
  • Company Car or Car Allowance possible
  • BUPA Private Healthcare
  • Holiday entitlement
  • Pension
  • Ongoing training and development

Career Progression and Contact Us - 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop into a Quantity Surveyor, Senior QS, or Commercial Manager. You'll work directly with experienced commercial and project teams, gaining exposure to all aspects of project financial management and commercial delivery within a growing business.

Apply to Steve Eley - Fire and Security Careers (Eley Solutions Ltd).

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