Job title: Assistant / Quantity Surveyor
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Salary type: Annual
Salary from: GBP £35,000.00
Salary to: GBP £45,000.00
Location: Gateshead, UK
Job published: 26-11-2025
Job ID: 53534
Contact name: Michael Dufferwiel
Phone number: +447827338803
Contact email: mdufferwiel@elvetrecruitment.com

Job Description

Elvet Recruitment is proud to be working with a regional high-end housing developer renowned for quality builds and a reputation for developing their people. This isn’t just a role—it’s a genuine opportunity to grow, take ownership, and progress into a Quantity Surveyor position with clear responsibility and a structured development plan.

About the Role

You’ll be involved in the commercial delivery of high-quality residential projects, typically overseeing two live sites. This gives you the platform to move beyond assisting and into leading, with exposure to every stage of the commercial cycle.

This opportunity is ideal for:

  • An experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor ready to step up into a full QS role.
  • An Assistant QS seeking a structured pathway, with mentorship and a transparent plan for progression.

What’s on Offer

  • Ownership across projects – managing packages, reporting, and financials with confidence.
  • Commercial growth – from valuations and variations to contract negotiation and forecasting.
  • Trusted relationships – representing the business with credibility to site teams, contractors, and clients.
  • Career progression – a clear pathway to move from Assistant QS into Quantity Surveyor, supported every step of the way.

About You

We’re looking for an ambitious, sector-fluent professional who brings:

  • Experience in residential construction, ideally within housing projects.
  • Strong analytical and numerical skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with COINS ERP or similar systems is advantageous.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage workload independently while contributing to wider team goals.
  • A genuine drive to progress, take responsibility, and build trusted relationships.

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact Michael Dufferwiel at Elvet Recruitment.