Job Description

Location

Padiham, Burnley, Lancashire (office-based with occasional site visits)

Job Summary

We are looking for an organised and motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of our street lighting projects. Your role will include day-to-day contract administration, preparing billing, raising and tracking compensation events, and assisting with measurement, take-offs, and obtaining supplier quotations where required. You will gradually take ownership of commercial duties across your own projects as you develop.

This role suits someone with 1-3 years' experience in construction, civils, or street lighting who wants real hands-on responsibility and progression.

Duties

Assist in the commercial management of projects Complete measurements and take-offs from drawings to support valuations and pricing Prepare and submit monthly billing, applications for payment, and supporting evidence Raise, track, and manage Compensation Events and Early Warnings under NEC contracts Support procurement by obtaining material and subcontract quotations and preparing comparisons Maintain accurate commercial records, variation logs, and contract documentation Liaise with site supervisors to verify completed works and gather relevant information Attend site when required for pre-start meetings or to support discussions with the client or site teams about the planned works Communicate with clients and supply chain to ensure smooth commercial administration Take ownership of smaller projects or packages as experience grows gradually taking responsibility for managing your own projects commercially, with support and guidance from the Senior QS where required

Experience

1-3 years' experience in a Quantity Surveying role within construction, civils, street lighting, or a related field Understanding of basic QS principles including measurement, valuations, and variation management Experience working with or around NEC contracts (preferred, but training and assistance can be provided) Ability to read and interpret drawings for take-offs Competent using Excel and other digital reporting tools Experience liaising with site teams, clients, or suppliers in a commercial or technical capacity Strong organisational skills with good attention to detail Good communication skills, both written and verbal Willingness to learn, take direction, and develop into managing your own projects Full UK driving licence required

Benefits

Company vehicle + fuel card Salary: 30,000 - 35,000 depending on experience (will increase with progression) Clear progression pathway with the opportunity to advance into a full Quantity Surveyor role as you develop Ongoing training and development, including but not limited to: NEC contract training Measurement and take-off development Commercial reporting and cost management training Support with managing your own projects 20 days holiday plus bank holidays Company pension Supportive commercial team and exposure to a wide range of civils and street lighting projects
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-35,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person