You'll work alongside an experienced Quantity Surveyor on a major programme of planned refurbishment and improvement works across residential properties, supporting the commercial management of projects.
Property Services, Social Housing or Planned Maintenance experience would be advantageous, but is not essential. The client is open to candidates from a range of construction backgrounds, including residential, new build, refurbishment and general contracting.
The Role
Reporting into the Quantity Surveyor, you'll provide day-to-day commercial support across a range of planned works programmes.
You'll gain exposure to project cost control, subcontractor management, procurement, valuations, financial reporting and contract administration while working closely with the wider Commercial and Operations teams.
Projects include a variety of residential improvement and refurbishment works, such as:
Re-roofing
Kitchen and bathroom replacements
Window and door replacements
Electrical testing and inspection programmes
Residential refurbishment
Elemental improvement works
Key Responsibilities
Support the Quantity Surveyor with the commercial management of projects
Ensure accurate and timely commercial information is maintained
Monitor subcontractor and supplier costs
Process and allocate purchase orders and invoices
Check costs against agreed order values
Assist with valuations and applications
Support the preparation of CVRs, CVCs and management accounts
Monitor material and subcontractor spend
Assist with budget and cost control
Support the onboarding and management of subcontractors and suppliers
Assist with the application and administration of Schedules of Rates
Provide accurate commercial and financial information to the wider team
Build effective relationships with subcontractors, suppliers and internal stakeholders
What We're Looking For
We're interested in speaking with Assistant Quantity Surveyors from a range of construction backgrounds.
Ideally, you'll have:
Previous experience in a Quantity Surveying / Assistant QS / Graduate QS role
Good numerical and organisational skills
Strong attention to detail
The ability to analyse and interpret commercial data
Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel and Office
An understanding of construction contracts and commercial processes
Good communication and negotiation skills
A willingness to learn and develop commercially
A full UK driving licence
Property Services / Social Housing experience would be advantageous, particularly experience with:
Planned Maintenance
Residential refurbishment
Social Housing
NHF SOR / Schedule of Rates
Repairs and maintenance
Elemental works
However, candidates from other construction disciplines such as residential/new build, refurbishment and general contracting will also be considered.
What's on Offer
£35,000–£40,000 basic salary
£4,000 annual car allowance
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Annual salary reviews
Private healthcare and dental care
Pension with employer contribution
Life insurance
Extensive training and development opportunities
Clear opportunities for professional and career development
Interested
If you're an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Graduate QS or early-career Quantity Surveyor looking for your next opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Apply with your CV today for a confidential conversation
Salary description
£35000.00 - £40000.00 per year