Job Description

Job Title:

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Social Housing Refurbishment

Company:

Gratton Construction

Location:

Pride Park, Derby

Salary:

28,000 - 36,000 per year

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

About Us

Gratton Construction is a leading property maintenance and refurbishment specialist serving the

social housing sector

across the East Midlands. We're proud to work with

local authorities and housing associations

, delivering high-quality refurbishments that make a lasting difference in people's lives.

Our projects include full property refurbishments, kitchens, bathrooms, wet rooms, and void property works all major trades.

We're a supportive team, passionate about doing great work and helping our team grow.

We're looking for a proactive and detail-driven

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

to join our team in Derby. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience with

real responsibility

across cost control, subcontractor management, valuations, and commercial delivery.

You'll work closely with experienced Commercial Director (RICS-accredited) on projects who will be training to allow continuous progression in your role.

Key Responsibilities

Price jobs using

schedules of rates (SORs)

and site surveys Develop

delivery models

for direct teams and subcontractors Draft and issue subcontractor work orders Manage and record

variations

accurately Liaise with site teams and clients to agree scope changes Prepare

monthly valuations

and issue invoices Submit

final accounts

for subcontractors and clients Maintain and analyse

Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs)

What We're Looking For

Experience in construction (preferably in social housing or refurbishment) Familiarity with

SORs, CVRs

, and multi-trade projects Strong skills in

Excel

and construction management software Great communication skills and attention to detail Ability to manage workload independently and solve problems effectively

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience Clear career progression and development opportunities Direct support and mentorship from

senior commercial professionals

Support toward

professional accreditation

(e.g. RICS) Friendly and inclusive team culture Variety of projects and responsibilities

Schedule:

Monday to Friday 8am-4.30pm Office-based with site visits as needed

Benefits:

Competitive pay Career development support Mentoring from RICS-qualified leaders Inclusion in a growing and reputable company Opportunity to make a real difference in local communities

To apply:

Please send your CV and a short cover letter to:

careers@grattonconstruction.co.uk

Gratton Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 28,000.00-36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Bereavement leave Company pension Free parking On-site parking Private medical insurance Sick pay
Work Location: In person