Assistant Quantity Surveyor
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The Role
We are looking for a Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the Willmott Dixon team on an exciting new project working in East London for a new residential and regeneration scheme that will transforms communities.
We’re looking for a confident communicator with strong procurement experience to provide commercial support on this exciting project within the leisure sector
As a Assistant Quantity surveyor, the key responsibilities are
- Ensure projects are delivered within budget and to the highest quality, exceeding customer expectations.
- Work closely with the project team and senior commercial staff to ensure budgeted targets are met.
- Establish strong working relationships with supply chain, consultants, and customers.
- Accurately value, certify, and issue payment notices for supply chain partners in accordance with contract arrangements.
- Manage the procurement of work packages from our proven supply chain partners in line with company standards and requirements.
- Ensure external valuations are submitted in accordance with conditions of the main contract and that payments are received by the due date.
- Complete cost value comparison (CVC) reports to accurately reflect the current position on site and the final projection.
- Identify any potential disputes in a timely manner and enable introduction of effective solutions.
Essential Criteria
Proven experience as an Assistant/Quantity Surveyor in the commercial construction industry.
Residential experience - desirable
Strong proficiency in MS Excel.
Procurement and cost management experience.
Excellent financial and contractual awareness.
Ability to read and accurately interpret drawings and specifications.
Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
Valid driving licence.
Desirable Criteria
Construction-related degree.
Knowledge of JCT and NEC forms of contract.
Additional Information
At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible.
We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme.
About Us
Over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon’s purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive.
Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe’s 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025.
Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.
About Willmott Dixon
Privately owned UK contractor delivering buildings, homes, interior fit-outs, and property services for public and commercial clients.
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