Assistant Quantity Surveyor Full Time NEW

Bridgwater, Somerset
NG Bailey
Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Bridgwater, SomersetJob Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Site-Based)

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Bridgwater, supporting the Agratas project. This role is ideal for someone looking to develop their career in quantity surveying while gaining experience on a high-value project, including Offsite Manufacturing.

Working alongside experienced commercial professionals, you will assist in managing costs, supporting subcontract administration, and contributing to the overall commercial success of the project.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of a safety-first culture across all project activities
• Assist in ensuring compliance with legal, contractual, and company procedures
• Help identify and track risks, opportunities, and variations
• Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation
• Assist with the preparation and submission of applications for payment
• Support the management of subcontract accounts, including valuations and payments
• Work closely with operational teams to monitor progress and costs
• Contribute to financial reporting and forecasting
• Assist in the preparation of final accounts and client communications

Requirements

• Some experience in a commercial or construction environment (placement or graduate role considered) eg 1 year experience.
• Degree or HNC (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline
• Basic understanding of construction contracts (NEC knowledge desirable)
• Strong numerical, organisational, and communication skills
• Eagerness to learn and develop within a commercial role

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution
• Private healthcare
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support, including counselling and legal advice)
• Retail and lifestyle discounts
• Structured training and development programme
• Flexible benefits package
• London Travel Allowance

Next Steps:

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us:

We are one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.

Progression is something we value, and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.