Mason smith
Oxford,Oxfordshire
Summary
Detail-oriented Assistant Quantity Surveyor with over 5 years of experience in managing diverse construction projects. Skilled in cost management, cost reporting, tender evaluation, and contract administration. Recently completed BSc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management at Oxford Brookes University, currently awaiting final grading.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Assistant quantity surveyor
Gleeds
Oxford, Oxfordshire
2026.04 - Current
- Adopted the project lead role across several live projects, including £45m school redevelopment.
- Managed client relationships and requirements at the contractual level.
- Adopted sector frameworks quickly, following commercial procedures and process requirements consistently.
- Managed client engagement through stakeholder coordination across project teams.
- Negotiated costs with contractors to ensure value for money.
Trainee quantity surveyor
Gleeds
Oxford, Oxfordshire
2020.09 - 2026.04
- Prepared detailed cost estimates for new build, refurbishment, and M&E-focused projects.
- Managed cost oversight for diverse projects, including the Ministry of Justice, the Department for Education, and NHS Trust, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines.
- Analysed historical and benchmarked cost data to inform and improve future project estimates.
- Evaluated proposed construction methods and recommended cost-effective alternatives.
- Undertaken regular site visits, evaluated progress of construction projects against contractor valuations.
- Administered contracts, ensuring compliance and alignment with project specifications.
- Improved client relationships by offering attentive service and clear communication.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford 2020.09 - 2026.05
Skills
Quantity take-offs
Cost control and planning
Tender analysis
JCT contract knowledge
Contractual expertise
Cost-X software proficiency
AutoCAD competence
Change control
Value management
Financial reporting
Client engagement
Time management efficiency
Affiliations
- Photography
- Bushcraft
- Fitness
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Assistant quantity surveyor
Gleeds
2026.04 - Current
Trainee quantity surveyor
Gleeds
2020.09 - 2026.04
Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management
Oxford Brookes University
2020.09 - 2026.05