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Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Water Civils

Job type: Permanent

Specialism: Civil Engineering

Location: Hemel Hempstead

Salary: £35,000 - 45,000

Ref: AC-AQSJB

We are working with a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering a busy portfolio of water and wastewater infrastructure projects across London.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to add an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of schemes ranging from £50k to £3m.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within a stable contractor, gaining exposure across the full project lifecycle on essential infrastructure works.

The Role

You’ll be supporting the commercial management of multiple civils schemes, working closely with experienced Quantity Surveyors and operational teams.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with cost control and commercial reporting
• Preparing and supporting applications for payment
• Managing variations and change control
• Supporting subcontractor procurement and payments
• Carrying out site visits and measurements
• Maintaining accurate project records and forecasting

About You

• 1-2 years’ post-graduate experience in a Quantity Surveying / Assistant QS role within civil engineering or utilities
• Exposure to infrastructure works (groundworks, drainage, pipelines, or similar) beneficial
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Keen to learn and develop within a commercial team
• Full UK driving licence essential (projects across London)

What’s on Offer

• Salary between £35,000 – £45,000 depending on experience
• Full package including benefits
• Structured support and development
• Long-term pipeline of secured water sector work
• Hybrid working with 3 days in the office (Hemel Hempstead)

If you’re looking to build your career within civil engineering and work on essential infrastructure projects across London, apply now or get in touch with Andy Cook on [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

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