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Assistant Quantity Surveyor - Up to £40k + package I am currently working with a growing construction company who specialise in social housing and maintenance contracts. They are looking to add an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support their commercial manager across a portfolio of works. Working closely with the Commercial Manager, you will help build and control the costs of each job from instruction through to final account. You’ll liaise daily with site teams and engineers, ensure accurate application of NHF Schedule of Rates, and support monthly applications, variations, and subcontractor payments. This role suits someone who is commercially minded, detail-driven, and comfortable operating in a high-volume repairs and maintenance environment. Key Responsibilities • Work closely with the Commercial Manager to build and manage costs for each job using NHF schedule of rates, • Assist with budgets, forecasts, cost reports, and CVR updates across repairs and refurbishment works, • Maintain accurate cost trackers, commitment logs, and variation registers, • Support month-end commercial reporting, • Prepare and submit monthly applications for payment, • Apply v-lookups and Excel formulas to build, track, and validate costs, • Identify, prepare, and submit variations, ensuring all supporting evidence is captured, • Review engineers’ reports and site records to support valuation accuracy, • Assist with final accounts and commercial close-out documentation, • Assist with subcontractor procurement, valuations, and payment applications, • Ensure subcontractor costs align with scope, progress, and contractual terms, • Support reconciliation of accounts and accurate payment control, • Issue RFQs, obtain and analyse quotations, and assist with placing subcontract orders, • Previous experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Junior QS, or strong commercial administration experience within construction or maintenance, • Proven experience using the NHF Schedule of Rates, • Experience working within social housing or local authority repairs and maintenance, • Strong Excel skills, including v-lookups and formulas, • Salary up to £40,000 basic (depending on experience), • 28 days holiday (including bank holiday), • Christmas shut down, • Stable role within a contractor delivering a growing portfolio of works in the social housing sector, • Clear progression pathway to Quantity Surveyor, • Close mentorship and exposure to the full commercial lifecycle of works, • Supportive commercial and operational environment, • Training and development where required

Contribute to the delivery of a housing management service, including income collection and providing customers with tenancy-related support. Riverside is one of the UK’s leading not-for-profit social housing and regeneration organisations, owning or managing around 75,000 homes from Irvine to Ken

In a Nutshell… We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Finance Analyst to join our team within London Divisional Finance hub, at our Brentwood office. As our Assistant Finance Analyst, you will play a key role in the Finance team by supporting the preparation of the monthly management accounts, associated journals and reporting. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated. Let's cut to the chase, what's in it for you… Competitive basic salary and annual bonus Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service 2 Volunteering days per annum Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary Share save and share incentive schemes Employee rewards portal with many more benefits…In return, what we would like from you… Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality Proven ability to work within a fast-paced month end environment delivering insightful management accounts and supporting analysis Knowledge of relevant technical accounting concepts and ability to critically apply these Advanced user of MS Excel. Comfortable with manipulating high volumes of data with an eye on generating efficiencies within our financial processes Strong organisational skills, multi-tasking ability, attention to detail and conscientious Self-confidence, resilience and ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships with colleagues across a number of departments Proactive, self-starter who is comfortable problem solving as an individual or as part of a team Comfortable in working in a large, well-structured organisation, either from Practise or Industry Studying towards an Accounting Professional Qualification (ACA/CIMA/ACCA) Construction/Developer/Real Estate experience desirable, but not essential Experience with COINs software and Anaplan forecasting modules desirable, but not essentialMore about the Assistant Finance Analyst role… Assisting Finance Analyst with month-end process for Regional/Joint Venture/Joint Collaboration ledgers, including posting of Banking/Sales Invoices/Journals and maintenance of balance sheet reconciliations Ownership of the division's banking and raising of sales invoices, including credit control duties to ensure timely recovery of cash Support other senior members of the finance team with the Division's month end as required Assist the Regional Finance Function with the preparation of the monthly management packs/ Board Pack/weekly cashflow forecast and other ad-hoc tasks as required Assist the Regional operational teams with ad-hoc finance queries Assist in the Half-Year and Full-Year audit, including preparation of audit deliverables and communication with auditors Assist in the preparation of financial statements Ad-hoc project work to improve the Division's current systems and processes Other ad hoc duties as required Finally, let's tell you a bit more about us… We build more than homes, we're making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you'll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we're a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry. #LI-HA1

This Housing Legal Assistant position gives you the opportunity to manage your own caseload under supervision, contribute to housing litigation matters including tenancy enforcement and possession proceedings, and develop specialist experience in housing law and civil litigation. In this Housing Leg

Care Assistant (Waking Nights) - Swann House. Join us as a Waking Nights Care Assistant here at Swann House, where our caring team are dedicated to supporting our customers to live comfortably at home with dignity and choice. Swann House is an Extra Care housing scheme, helping customers to live ind

Were looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Maintenance Surveyor to join our. Work collaboratively with housing, repairs and compliance colleagues. Engage with vulnerable residents and our partners across supported housing.

Care Assistant - William Wood House, Sudbury. We are recruiting for compassionate Care Assistant to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our customers every day. As a Care Assistant at Sydney Brown Court, you would be expected to embrace values of empathy, respect, and dignity as you provide ess

In this Housing Legal Assistant position, you will be: Managing a varied caseload of housing litigation matters under supervision, including tenancy enforcement and possession proceedings Supporting Housing Solicitors with the preparation and progression of legal action, including cases involving se

You will be working as part of a dedicated team to manage high quality accommodation and services whilst providing assistance to customers.You will be the first point of contacts for the premises, responding to all enquiries via phone, email or in person.You will maintain the safety and security of

Housing Contracts Assistant (Temporary) - Ebley Mill - StroudReference: REQ0261Description: Fixed term Contract: 12 monthsWe are seeking an enthusiastic individual, who is organised and has an attention for detail, is adaptable, and committed to delivering excellent customer service. You will also h

A leading UK housing management firm is seeking an Assistant Property Manager to provide support to its Property Management Team. Candidates should have strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience in affordable housing or property management.

Join Our Team as a Housing Support Assistant!. Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you thrive in a role where no two days are the same? YMCA St Paul's Group is looking for a Housing Support Assistant to be the friendly face and first point of contact at our centres.

Wates Smartspace is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor based in Hammersmith, London. This role involves supporting the management of responsive repair and maintenance contracts in social housing.

Newlon Housing Trust is a successful charitable housing association and one of the major providers of new affordable housing in north and east London. Newlon Housing Trust is a charitable housing association and a committed Equal Opportunities employer.

Howells Solutions Limited seeks an Assistant Quantity Surveyor in Hammersmith, focusing on social housing and reactive maintenance projects.

Engage with vulnerable residents and our partners across supported housing. Understanding of building regulations, housing standards and health & safety. A registered social landlord and one of the leading providers of supported housing in the UK, Salvation Army Homes is dedicated to transforming li

Housing 21 in the United Kingdom is seeking Day Care Assistants to provide essential care services to older people.

Queens Cross Housing Association, an award‑winning social landlord based in the northwest of Glasgow, seeks a Heat Network Assistant to join its Cyclical and Compliance team. Heat Network Assistant – Glasgow Area. Queen Cross Housing Association – £28,700 – £30,908.

This position is fundamental to the provision of housing advice and homelessness services to vulnerable customers who may approach the council for assistance as a result of the Housing Act 1996 and Homelessness Reductions Act 2017 duties, and other key housing legislation, alongside the Children Act

CLARION HOUSING GROUP LIMITED is seeking a motivated Apprentice Project Assistant to support the Old Ford and Merton Community Panels.

Ideal for an ambitious individual with 2+ years of residential planning experience, this position allows you to work closely with a small team, contributing to innovative, low-carbon housing solutions.

A public sector housing organization in London is looking for a Finance Assistant to support their finance function.

Assistant Site Manager – Housing Surrey Area. Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Assistant Site Manager to join our growing construction team.

Recruit4Mum is looking for a Supported Housing Assistant to join a skilled team in providing housing management services in Lambeth.

As a Housing Assistant, you will work closely with the Tenancy and Income Management Officers and the Housing Management Team to ensure an efficient and effective administration of the Supported Housing Department and deliver a comprehensive, sensitive and efficient housing management service to our

Outward Housing is seeking a proactive Housing Assistant to join their team in Greater London. This role involves providing effective housing management to support vulnerable residents.

A leading contractor in South East London is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor for social housing refurbishment projects.

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Senior Rent and Service Charge Officer with experience in finance / accounting and social housing rents and service charges, ability to analyse and interpret numerical data and excellent communication skills. You will calculate the annual rent uplift, en

Be aware of, and comply with, Bedford Charter House and Bedford Citizens' Housing Association's Policies and Procedures.

We are the Housing Network (THN), a purpose‑led organisation working in partnership with the YMCA to support our communities. The Housing Network is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst the workforce.

The Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JRHT) is a registered housing association and care provider in Yorkshire and the North‑East. By people, we mean the people we support, and you, the Care Assistants that make everything possible. We're seeking compassionate and resilient individuals to join the JR

The Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust (JRHT) is a registered housing association and care provider in Yorkshire and the North-East. Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people's lives? Do you thrive on helping others and want to be part of a team that truly cares? We are seeking a compas

Vistry Group is seeking an Assistant Technical Coordinator for its Castle Donington office in the East Midlands. This full-time role invites you to join the Technical Team, responsible for managing new build housing projects from inception to completion. The position offers a competitive bonus, up t

The Joseph Rowntree Foundation and Joseph Rowntree Housing Trust are seeking Care Assistants for days at New Lodge, York.

A leading construction recruitment agency is looking for an Assistant Site Manager in Newark, Nottinghamshire.

ABPM Recruitment Ltd is seeking a qualified accountant for a leadership role in a social housing group. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in financial accounting, reporting, and team leadership within the social housing sector, ensuring compliance and driving results.

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? YMCA St Paul's Group is looking for a Housing and Support Officer to provide housing management and support services to our residents, empowering them to build positive futures. Join Us as a Housing and Support Officer!. Support residen

As Assistant Care Manager, you will manage the day-to-day delivery of care services within a designated Extra Care scheme.

Supported Housing Assistant – Lambeth, SW8 1LW. To be part of a small and highly experienced team providing a high quality housing management service to supported housing customers in Metropolitan Thames Valley owned/managed properties in South London, Monday- Friday 0900-1730. For the right candi

A contractor for social housing refurbishment in Northamptonshire is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to support ongoing projects.

As Assistant Care Manager, you will manage the day-to-day delivery of care services within a designated Extra Care scheme.

Join Our Team as a Housing Support Assistant!. Are you passionate about making a difference? Do you thrive in a role where no two days are the same? YMCA St Paul's Group is looking for a Housing Support Assistant to be the friendly face and first point of contact at our centres.

As a Housing Assistant you will be expected to contribute to the efficient and effective administration of the Supported Housing Department and work closely with the Tenancy and Income Management Officers and the Housing Management Team to ensure that a comprehensive, sensitive and efficient housing

BCHA is seeking a number of experienced Care Assistants to deliver excellent care to the residents of Bedford Charter House, our Care Home on Kimbolton Road. To be aware of, and comply with, Bedford Charter House and Bedford Citizens' Housing Association's Policies and Procedures.