Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Social Housing Refurbishment
Company: Gratton Construction
Location: Pride Park, Derby
Salary: £30,000 - £38,000 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: [email protected]

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

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £30,000.00-£38,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person