Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Freelance Assistant Quantity Surveyor (AQS) Location: Central York – 3 days per week on site Duration: 6 months, with potential to extend Employer: Tier 1 Civil Engineering Contractor Day Rate: Inside IR35 | £250 – £300 per day The Project This role is based on a city centre railway station upgrade in York – a high-profile scheme with more phases expected. With a junior QS leaving the team, a gap has opened up for an Assistant QS to come in and support the commercial function. The Role You’ll be working alongside experienced QS and SQS colleagues, gaining exposure to a wide range of commercial duties while keeping the project running smoothly. Day-to-day responsibilities include: Assisting with subcontract account management Helping with change management and variations Supporting with contract administration (NEC / Network Rail) Gathering data and contributing to CVR reporting Providing general commercial support across civils and rail works What You’ll Need Some experience in a commercial role within civils or rail (placement year, graduate scheme, or early freelance roles welcome) A good understanding of NEC contracts (training/support provided) Eager to learn, proactive, and confident working within a Tier 1 contractor environment If you’re an Assistant QS looking to step onto a flagship project in York, get in touch today. Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation

Location: YORK, YO21, GB

Posted Date: 10/16/2025