Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Window restoration and new window sales
Vacancy Assistant Quantity Surveyor
About Us
Ventrolla is a leader in heritage window and door restoration, preserving the character and beauty of period properties across the UK for over 40 years. From our head office in Harrogate, we work with discerning homeowners, architects and property professionals to restore, upgrade and transform original timber windows and doors.
At Ventrolla, craftsmanship and innovation go hand in hand. Our expert teams combine traditional joinery skills with modern engineering to deliver bespoke timber window and door solutions that respect the authenticity of historic homes while significantly improving comfort, energy efficiency and longevity. Every project is designed with care, ensuring the original charm and architectural integrity of a property is not only protected, but enhanced.
Joining Ventrolla means becoming part of a company that values craftsmanship, attention to detail and pride in delivering what we stand for; ‘Precision Heritage’. Whether restoring original sash windows or installing beautifully crafted timber replacements, every member of the Ventrolla team contributes to delivering a premium experience that customers trust and recommend. We are proud to uphold an ‘excellent’ rating on Trustpilot and have won ‘Property Business of the Year 2026’.
For those who join us, Ventrolla offers the opportunity to work with a respected brand, develop specialist skills and be part of a team that genuinely cares about quality, heritage and customer satisfaction, working on prestigious properties from cottages, manor houses and national landmarks to royal residences.
Assistant Quantity Surveyor
The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will Support the QS to protect margin, improve cashflow, and maintain strong commercial control across Ventrolla’s heritage window restoration and joinery projects. The AQS owns defined workstreams (measurements, valuations inputs, variations prep, supply‑chain support) and ensures documentation accuracy and process discipline across regions.
Key Responsibilities
1) Pre‑Contract & Tender Support
- Complete take‑offs, basic BOQs and measurement summaries from drawings/specifications.
- Collate supplier/subcontract quotes and prepare comparison schedules.
- Assist with risk registers and value‑engineering options under QS guidance.
2) Cost Management & Records
- Maintain project cost trackers (budget vs committed vs forecast).
- Capture site instructions, dayworks and cost events promptly with full evidence.
- Keep auditable commercial files (drawings, RFIs, quotes, approvals, photos).
3) Valuations, Applications, Invoicing & Debt Support
- Prepare inputs for monthly valuations and payment applications (measures, evidence, narratives).
- Check certifications against applications and flag discrepancies quickly.
- Support debt management: track certified vs paid, chase documentation needed for payment release, and help reduce debtor days by removing blockers.
4) Change Control & Variations
- Log early warnings and scope changes; assemble variation files (measure, price build‑ups, correspondence).
- Draft variation submissions for QS review; track status through to agreement.
5) Contract Administration
- Help issue and track contractual notices (with QS oversight).
- Ensure compliance with JCT/NEC procedures and Ventrolla commercial processes.
6) Supply Chain & Procurement Support
- Raise requisitions, place low‑risk orders within delegated authority, and confirm lead‑times.
- Monitor supplier performance (price, quality, delivery) and feed into QS for reviews.
7) Reporting & Close‑Out
- Produce weekly commercial summaries (cost/margin movement, risks, opportunities).
- Assist with final account prep: evidence packs, reconciliations, lessons learned.
8) Governance & Culture
- Champion “right‑first‑time” documentation, version control, and file hygiene.
- Model Ventrolla’s professional, low‑ego, accountable ways of working.
Key Outputs & KPIs
- Margin Management
- Valuations & Cashflow
- Change Control
- Governance & Process Discipline
- Stakeholder Feedback & Collaboration
- Close‑Out
Skills & Experience Required
Essential
- Early experience in construction/commercial roles (heritage or fit‑out beneficial).
Desirable
- Working toward QS degree or RICS/CIQS pathway (or equivalent experience).
- Familiarity with JCT/NEC, valuations, and applications for payment.
- Experience with CRM/ERP/finance tools (e.g., HubSpot inputs, Sage/Power BI read‑outs).
- Strong numeracy; competent with Excel/Sheets and measurement.
- Clear written records and evidence‑building (photos, mark‑ups, emails).
- Organised, deadline‑driven, and calm under pressure; positive stakeholder manner.
Progression Pathway
Assistant QS → Quantity Surveyor → Senior QS/Regional QS (based on sustained KPI delivery, complexity handled, and demonstration of contract/commercial leadership).
Ventrolla Values & Behaviours
- Demonstrate and embed:
- Teamwork, Respect, Professionalism, Trust & Care.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £32,000.00-£36,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- On-site parking
Experience:
- Estimating: 3 years (preferred)
- Quantity Surveyor: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person
