Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Atkins Search is recruiting an Assistant Cost Consultant on behalf of our client, a respected and established Construction Consultancy based in Hove (Brighton area).

This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Cost Consultant or Assistant Quantity Surveyor with some post-degree experience who is eager to take the next step in their career and develop within a small but dynamic team of surveyors.

The successful candidate will gain exposure to a wide range of projects across the Southeast of England, working on both fund monitoring and traditional quantity surveying commissions.

Company

Our client is a well-regarded Construction Consultancy delivering cost management, project management, and advisory services across multiple sectors, including commercial, residential, mixed-use, and education.

With a collaborative team culture and a focus on professional development, this is an ideal environment for an ambitious individual looking to progress their career in cost consultancy and gain exposure to diverse, high-quality projects.

As an Assistant Cost Consultant, you will play an integral role in supporting the delivery of both cost management and fund monitoring services.

You’ll be responsible for assisting in the preparation of cost plans, reports, valuations, and financial appraisals, as well as undertaking site visits across the Southeast region.

This position offers hands-on experience and progression opportunities for a motivated individual keen to build a long-term career within the construction consultancy sector.

As an Assistant Cost Consultant employed by our client, your duties will include:

• Assisting with cost planning, estimating, and tender analysis
• Supporting the delivery of fund monitoring and due diligence services
• Preparing reports, valuations, and cost advice for clients
• Attending site visits across the Southeast region
• Assisting with contract administration and project documentation
• Liaising with clients, contractors, and design teams
• Supporting senior cost consultants and project managers
• Working towards MRICS accreditation with professional guidance and support

The ideal Assistant Cost Consultant will demonstrate:

• RICS-recognised degree in Quantity Surveying
• Some post-degree experience within cost consultancy or quantity surveying
• Strong understanding of construction cost and project management principles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Based in the Southeast
• Full, clean UK driving licence and access to own car

Desirable:

• Working towards MRICS qualification
• Experience in fund monitoring or monitoring surveyor roles

Personal Attributes:

• Eager to contribute to a small, collaborative, and busy team
• A proactive team player who enjoys professional responsibility and autonomy
• Motivated by long-term career growth and development

Our client offers a competitive salary (available on application), along with an excellent benefits package including:

• 28 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
• Pension scheme
• Electric Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme / Bike to Work Scheme
• Birthday day off
• Team performance-related bonus
• Profit share after 12 months’ service
• Mileage allowance

Location

This position is based in Hove (Brighton area), with regular travel to sites across the South East of England.

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