Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Social Housing

Wakefield, Yorkshire
Building Careers UK

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Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Social Housing Maintenance (Kitchens & Bathrooms)
Wakefield

29,500 – 33,500 + 4K Car Allowance + Benefits

Your new company

Our client is a highly regarded, forward-thinking contractor delivering social housing maintenance and refurbishment programmes across the North and Midlands. With a focus on community impact, quality, and customer satisfaction, they work in partnership with housing associations and local authorities to upgrade and maintain occupied homes-particularly through kitchen and bathroom replacement works. Their commitment to developing their people makes this a fantastic environment for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to learn, grow, and progress.

Your new role

Our client is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team on a large-scale social housing maintenance contract operating across Yorkshire and the East Midlands. Although the position is office-based in Wakefield, regular travel to sites across both regions will be expected. You’ll support a Senior QS in delivering commercial excellence across planned maintenance works, primarily focused on kitchen and bathroom upgrades.

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with some prior QS experience in construction or maintenance who is ready to take the next step in their career within a supportive and professional environment.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in the preparation of cost plans, CVRs, and valuations
• Supporting subcontractor procurement and managing applications for payment
• Assisting with the preparation and negotiation of interim and final accounts
• Helping to monitor project budgets and track cost variations
• Visiting sites across the region to carry out measurements and valuations
• Liaising with site managers and operational teams to gather financial data
• Maintaining records and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations
• Supporting the Senior Quantity Surveyor with reporting and commercial duties
• Developing a strong understanding of planned maintenance contracts and processes

What you will need to succeed:

• Previous experience in a commercial or Assistant Quantity Surveyor role (preferably in housing or maintenance)
• Understanding of construction-related contracts such as JCT or NHF (desirable)
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive attitude to learning
• Strong numerical and Excel skills
• Good communication skills and ability to work with teams on site and in the office
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across Yorkshire and East Midlands

What you get in return:

This is a fantastic chance to join a company that truly values its people and invests in their development. You’ll receive excellent mentoring, exposure to major frameworks, and be part of a stable, well-organised commercial team-all while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package:

• 29,500 – 33,500 salary (DOE)
• 4,000 car allowance
• Mileage reimbursement: 17p per mile or 7p for EVs
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Life insurance at 3x salary
• Single private medical cover
• Discounted gym memberships
• 3% employer / 5% employee pension scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Company performance bonus
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (launching June)

If you’re an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to take your career forward with a supportive employer delivering meaningful work in local communities, this could be the perfect role for you.

Apply: If you’re interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist Mark Harris, or apply with your CV.

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