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Assistant Quantity Surveyor

salary
GBP
£
£
30000
-
40000
per
annum
+
industry
Construction
role type
Permanent
location
Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk
(
England
)
job posted
May 8, 2026
reference
AQS943HWJK
We are currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an ambitious and motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the delivery of major power and energy infrastructure projects across the UK.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant QS looking to build their career within the fast-growing energy and utilities sector, gaining exposure to high-profile infrastructure projects and working alongside experienced commercial professionals.

The Opportunity

As Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial delivery of a range of power, energy, substation, and utilities infrastructure projects, assisting with cost management, contract administration, and commercial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

You will work closely with Senior Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers, developing your technical and commercial knowledge within a collaborative and supportive environment.

This role offers excellent long-term career progression within a growing infrastructure sector.

Key Responsibilities

* Support the commercial management of power and energy infrastructure projects
* Assist in preparing and maintaining cost plans, budgets, and forecasts
* Support project cost reporting and financial tracking
* Assist with administration of NEC contracts and associated commercial processes
* Support the management of Compensation Events and change control procedures
* Assist with subcontractor account management including valuations and payments
* Support procurement activities including tender reviews and contract documentation
* Help identify and manage commercial risks and opportunities
* Produce accurate and timely commercial reports and project documentation
* Work collaboratively with project managers, engineers, and wider commercial teams

About You

* Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying or commercial support role within construction or infrastructure
* Exposure to power, energy, utilities, or civil engineering projects (desirable)
* Basic understanding or working knowledge of NEC contracts
* Strong numerical and analytical skills
* Good communication and organisational ability
* Eagerness to learn and develop within a commercial infrastructure environment
* Competent in Microsoft Office and commercial systems
* Degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or related discipline (or working towards)

What's on Offer

* Opportunity to work on major UK power and energy infrastructure projects
* Exposure to NEC contract environments and complex infrastructure delivery
* Structured mentoring and professional development support
* Clear progression pathway within the commercial team
* Collaborative and supportive working environment
* Competitive salary and benefits package
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements available

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to establish a long-term career within the power and energy sector, working on essential infrastructure projects that are shaping the UK's future energy network.

Apply:

Contact: Hayley Woodruff on 07897069216 / Jonathan Kirby on 07860273465

Apply with your CV to hayley.woodruff@bcuk.co.uk / jonathan.kirby@bcuk.co.uk

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