We are working with an established and respected organisation delivering large-scale infrastructure and construction projects across the UK. They pride themselves on high-quality delivery, innovative solutions and supporting their teams to develop professionally in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
We are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial team on large-scale projects. You will take ownership of subcontract packages, manage valuations and variations, assist with procurement and tendering, and contribute to cost reporting. This is a hands-on role offering the chance to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment while working closely with experienced professionals.
Duties and responsibilities
Preparing scope and works and trade packages
Preparing selected tender list for approval
Recommendation of subcontractors on “Level Playing Field” ensuring complete scope of works is covered and all qualifications addressed
Holding and taking minutes of Subcontract Post Tender and Pre-Order Meetings
Preparing subcontract documentation for signing by both parties in accordance with Call Off Contract procedure
Forecasting value of design variations
Agreeing variations with subcontractor
Producing subcontractor instruction/variation reports
Agreeing final account with subcontractors
Assisting with Surveyors’ monthly cost reports
Attending Design Team Meetings as required
Attending subcontractor progress meetings
Writing contractual letters to subcontractors on behalf of Project Manager when requested
Assisting Project Manager with financial implications of site progress decisions
Countersigning site instructions
Office based 5 days per week
Placing close to £100m of business-critical infrastructure works in a fast-paced environment
Tickets/Qualifications
* Ideally working towards RICS certification.
About you
Key capabilities required for this role include:
* Approach challenges with a positive resolve
* Show passion for making a difference to our customers
* Build trusted relationships through clear communication
* Work collaboratively with colleagues, be straight forward and open
* Invest in own and others’ learning and development
* Inquisitive, share new ideas with colleagues and embrace change
* Deliver a stretching workload, get the details right first time
* Use information to make effective and safe business decisions
Experience Required
* Managing a demanding workload and showing resilience
* The ability to use initiative to add more value to the team’s work or customer outcomes
* Influencing colleagues, contributing to team discussions and planning
* Working collaboratively and supportively with colleagues
* Undertaking stretching personal development activities
* Adopting new working practices or ideas
* Delivering high quality results with strong attention to detail
* Using information and applying judgement to reach effective and safe decisions
What’s in it for you?
* A salary ranging from £35,000 to £40,000
* A Car/Car allowance
* Pension scheme to help you save for the future
* Competitive annual leave entitlements with additional holiday accrual based on service.
* The stability of a full-time position with a highly successful Tier 1 Contractor
* The ability to climb the career ladder from Assistant to Senior QS
* Working within a highly supportive and close nit team.
If you are interested or know someone who is interested contact me below or email your CV to me
Salary description
£35000.00 - £40000.00 per year