Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Posted by Thomas Niamh Contracting Ltd on 24/02/2026


Full-time Permanent £30,000 - £33,000 Office/Site Based

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About the job

Description

Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Estimator

Location: Wakefield, West Yorkshire Region

Salary: £30,000-£33,000 PA + Car allowance/company car

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Working hours: 7:30-4:30 Mon-Thursday 7:30-3pm Friday


Thomas Niamh Contracting are looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor/Estimator to join their Commercial Team in Wakefield.


About the company:

As one of the UK's leading providers of external enveloping and thermal improvement solutions, Thomas Niamh Contracting offers a range of leading product services, including external wall insulation systems, lightweight render only systems and lightweight external framing systems.


Job Description

  • Measurement, take offs, procurement of materials and subcontractors to complete tender submission using first principles where required
  • Completing valuations and reporting to Commercial Manager and Director.
  • Undertaking scheme budgets including material, labour and subcontractors
  • Procurement of trade packages where required
  • Prepare tender and subcontract documents, including bills of quantities.
  • Certifying subcontractor including labour only subcontractor payments and wages
  • Producing subcontractor instruction/variation reports
  • Assisting Project team with financial implications of site progress decisions
  • Evaluate tenders from contractors and subcontractors and, where appropriate, negotiate with the contractors
  • Monitor budgets and produce forecasts for current projects.


The Successful Candidate Should Have / Be:

  1. Has or is working towards a recognised degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying.
  2. 1-1.5 years experience in a similar role
  3. Skilled in cost control, estimating and measurement.
  4. UK driving licence


What’s it like to work for Thomas Niamh Contracting?

How does this sound:

  • £30,000-£33,000 salary 
  • Car allowance or company car scheme
  • Bonus scheme
  • Pension
  • Financial support for relevant studies 
  • Fuel card 
  • Healthcare plan (after 6 months)

So, if you would like to join this growing team- please apply today! We would love to hear from you!

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Overview


Employment Type

Full-time

Contract Type

Permanent

Experience level

Entry Level

Location

Office/Site Based

Salary

£30,000 - £33,000

NetZero Compliant

No

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