Assistant Quantity Surveyor
J&B Hopkins · Fareham, United Kingdom · On-site
Posted Jul 22, 2026
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Assistant Quantity Surveyor Location: Solent Salary: Highly competitive + Benefits
At Hopkins, our purpose is to always deliver high levels of customer service and industry knowledge. Our vision is to self-deliver our sustainable projects from design through the installation period and then to maintain the buildings, ensuring they operate to the original design principles. To achieve both, we have built a team of dedicated, innovative and creative people. Who never settle for "just average".
In a nutshell
We are a mechanical and electrical services contractor and are actively seeking to recruit for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to provide support to Commercial Managers and Quantity Surveyors across the regions who are responsible commercially on the delivery of a multi-million-pound projects. The ideal candidate would be able to support in providing full commercial awareness to ensure the project management and operational delivery team are aware of all commercial and contractual matters involved on the project, whilst also providing support to the Commercial team as appropriate and required.
Day to day
As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial team with daily cost management tasks, including tracking costs, assisting with valuations and variations, and maintaining project records. You will work closely with project teams and subcontractors while supporting reporting and overall budget control.
This will often include the following activities:
Supporting the commercial team through the design and pre-construction stages, including assisting with tender submissions and engagement with subcontractors and suppliers.
Working closely with design, estimating, and pre-construction teams to provide commercial support and maintain accurate documentation.
Assisting with the administration of contracts, including helping to review terms and support subcontract procurement and order placement.
Supporting the preparation of monthly valuations, tracking variations, and maintaining cost records in line with project requirements.
Helping to process subcontractor payments, maintain financial records, and assist with reporting in line with company timelines.
Gaining exposure to programme requirements and supporting the team in ensuring contractual obligations and notices are maintained.
About you
We’re keen to hear from a wide range of applicants who are interested in the M&E industry, whether you’re beginning your career or considering a new direction with one of the area’s leading businesses.
Here are some of the skills and experience we are looking for in the right person to join our team:
Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail
Good communication skills and ability to work within a team
Basic understanding of construction or M&E projects (desirable)
Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
Organised with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
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