ASSISTANT QUANTITY SURVEYOR (HIGHWAYS / TECHNOLOGY CIVILS)

Location: Near Darlington (North East)

Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 + benefits

Type: Permanent, full-time

THE COMPANY

We are a well-established and rapidly growing UK civil engineering and highways contractor delivering technology-led infrastructure works for highways and local authority clients nationwide. Our delivery typically includes street lighting, traffic signs (including electronic message signs), traffic signals, EV charging infrastructure, fibre/broadband networks, low-voltage connections (ICP), and associated highways civils.

The North East team supports a busy programme of works across multiple framework and client regions, delivering both longer-term schemes and a high volume of smaller reactive/maintenance jobs. Project values typically range from £50k to £5m, with a mix of short-duration works and multi-year programmes.

THE ROLE

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with 1–2 years’ + experience who wants to build a strong commercial foundation within a supportive team. You’ll work closely with an experienced Quantity Surveyor, assisting with the commercial administration and control of live projects across highways, lighting, and technology infrastructure.

This role is ideal for someone already studying (or looking to start) an HNC, HND or Degree in Quantity Surveying or a related discipline, whether via day release or study outside office hours.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Working under the guidance of a Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of projects, including:

Cost control and reporting

• Assisting with cost/value reconciliations and basic forecasting
• Updating cost trackers, labour/plant/material records and subcontractor accounts
• Supporting monthly reporting and internal commercial dashboards

Subcontract procurement and account support

• Assisting with procurement administration (enquiries, comparisons, order placement)
• Supporting subcontractor valuations, payment processes, and account queries
• Collating documentation such as delivery tickets, timesheets, invoices and supporting records

Change control and contract administration (NEC exposure beneficial not essential)

• Supporting the identification, recording and administration of change/variations
• Assisting with quotations, backup information and commercial submissions
• Maintaining change registers and supporting commercial correspondence
• Helping ensure documentation is accurate, organised and audit-ready

Site and stakeholder liaison

• Working with site teams to gather measures, progress updates and evidence
• Assisting with measurement and take-offs where required
• Supporting communication with client representatives and internal stakeholders

Commercial best practice

• Maintaining structured records and ensuring key commercial documentation is filed correctly
• Supporting continuous improvement in cost control, reporting accuracy and communication
• Working in line with company safety, quality and compliance standards

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Essential

• 1–2 years’ experience in a commercial role within construction/civils (Assistant QS, Commercial Assistant, Trainee QS, etc.)
• Some basic knowledge or exposure to NEC forms of contract (NEC3/NEC4), even if limited (Preferable, not essential)
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused approach
• Good communication skills and confidence working with site and office teams
• Competent in Excel and MS Office
• Full right to work in the UK and ability to travel locally as required

Desirable

• Experience supporting valuations, applications for payment, or change processes
• Currently studying (or keen to study) an HNC/HND/Degree (or apprenticeship route) in Quantity Surveying or similar
• Comfortable working across multiple smaller jobs alongside longer-running schemes

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Office-based role near Darlington, with flexibility available by agreement (including up to 2 days WFH where suitable)
• Standard office hours with an early finish on Fridays
• Friendly, professional culture with strong investment in training, mentoring and progression

BENEFITS

A competitive package is offered, including company benefits (details provided during the process), alongside structured development and progression support.

HOW TO APPLY

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. Your details will not be shared with anyone until we’ve discussed the opportunity in more detail and you’re happy to proceed.

We will also confirm the name of the company hiring for this role during the same conversation.

To apply, simply click “Apply for this Job” on this listing, or email your CV to cv@fulcrumrecruit.com If you have any questions beforehand, feel free to call me on 07880 369 557.