Job Type: Permanent
Location: Needham Market
Rate of pay: up to £33,000 DOE
About the Role
We are seeking an organised and motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our growing team within the social housing sector. Supporting the commercial team, you will assist in the financial and contractual management of planned works, reactive maintenance, refurbishment, and decarbonisation projects for housing associations and local authorities.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within social housing and gain exposure to repairs, maintenance, and planned investment programmes.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the commercial management of social housing contracts and projects
Support the preparation of cost estimates, budgets, and valuations
Process subcontractor applications, payments, and variations
Help monitor project costs and identify commercial risks and opportunities
Assist in preparing monthly cost reports and forecasts
Support procurement activities including obtaining quotations and issuing orders
Work closely with operational teams, clients, and subcontractors
Ensure compliance with contractual requirements and company procedures
Maintain accurate records and documentation
Support final accounts and reconciliation processes
Requirements
Essential
Previous experience within construction, maintenance, or social housing
Strong numerical and analytical skills
Good understanding of Microsoft Excel and commercial reporting
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
Full UK driving licence
BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR ARC
Working with one of the leading Recruitment agencies with 18 years within the marketplace, recruiting for many of the region’s leading companies.
In a recent survey 96% of our clients stated ARC are their preferred agency labour supplier.
Paid annual leave pro-rata for PAYE (inclusive of statutory holiday)
Weekly pay – with a 1 hour pay resolution guarantee.
Pension contribution (after 3 months continuous service).
On-going assignments
Free access to our Health Assured scheme for you and your family.
Access to Free online training.
Please contact our Maintenance Recruitment specialists if you are available for this position - (phone number removed)
ARC GROUP
A focus on recruitment, a passion for people
Salary description
£30000.00 - £33000.00 per year