Assistant M&E Quantity Surveyor

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Posted: January 6, 2026

Location: Dartford (office-based with some home working)

We’re working with a well-established and highly regarded building services contractor operating from their Dartford office
. This is a close‑knit, friendly team that believes in developing people properly – through hands‑on experience, mentoring, and real exposure to projects, not just job titles.

This opportunity is ideal for someone looking to work closer to home and gain the practical experience needed to kick‑start their career the right way within M&E commercial management.

They are looking to appoint an Assistant M&E Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team across a range of building services projects. The role will be primarily office‑based in Dartford, with some flexibility to work from home once settled.

You'll gain exposure to:

• Assisting with cost control and financial reporting on M&E projects
• Supporting valuations, variations, and final accounts
• Working closely with senior Quantity Surveyors and project teams
• Learning commercial processes from tender stage through to final account
• Developing real, practical skills in a supportive environment

• Degree‑qualified (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar
• Interest or early experience within M&E / building services is beneficial
• Keen to learn, develop, and build a long‑term career
• Comfortable working in an office‑based role with some flexibility
• Ideally based within an hour's commute of Dartford

• Excellent hands‑on training and mentorship
• Clear progression based on learning and ability, not time served
• Supportive, tight‑knit team culture
• Stable contractor with a long‑term outlook
• Ideal for someone wanting local work and career development

This is a great opportunity for someone at the early stages of their career who wants to build strong foundations and progress within M&E commercial management.