Quantity Surveyor

Assistant / Intermediate Quantity Surveyor – Residential ConstructionLocation: Hampshire

Salary: £45,000–£50,000 per annum, including car allowance

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Optima Site Solutions is recruiting an Assistant / Intermediate Quantity Surveyor to join a residential contractor in Hampshire.

This opportunity would suit an experienced Assistant QS ready to take on more responsibility, or an Intermediate QS looking to broaden their commercial experience across residential building projects.

You will work alongside the commercial and delivery teams, supporting projects from subcontract procurement through to final accounts. The role combines office-based work with visits to sites across Hampshire.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

Putting together subcontract enquiry packages, comparing quotations and supporting subcontractor appointments.

Monitoring package costs and maintaining accurate commercial records.

Assessing changes to the works and preparing associated cost submissions.

Preparing valuations and applications for payment.

Contributing to monthly cost reports, forecasts and budget reviews.

Supporting the agreement of subcontractor and client final accounts.

Reviewing contract

requirements and highlighting potential financial risks.

Working closely with site teams, clients and consultants to resolve commercial queries.

About You

We are looking for someone with practical quantity surveying experience within residential construction or main contracting, ideally including new-build or refurbishment work.

You should bring:

Experience supporting or managing subcontract packages.

An understanding of JCT contracts and commercial processes.

Confidence working with figures, checking costs and identifying discrepancies.

Good Excel skills and an organised approach to record-keeping.

Clear communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.

The initiative to take ownership of tasks and develop your responsibilities.

A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel to project sites.The Opportunity

A salary package of £45,000–£50,000, including car allowance.

Exposure to a range of residential construction projects.

The opportunity to develop your commercial skills and take on greater responsibility.

A Hampshire-based role with a mix of office and site involvement.Apply

To find out more, apply with your latest CV or contact David at Optima Site Solutions for a confidential discussion