Location: Old Oak Common, West London (Hybrid: 3 days on site, 2 days from home)
Salary: £29,000 to £35,000 depending on experience
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
About the Role
We’re recruiting a Commercial Assistant to join a busy commercial team delivering major rail infrastructure projects in West London. Our client works directly with Network Rail and in alliance with Aecom, delivering track, overhead line and signalling works under NEC contracts, alongside Alstom.
With a strong pipeline of work, including tenders for projects worth up to £30m, this is a great opportunity to join a growing team and build a long-term commercial career in rail. There’s a clear route to progress into an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting the Commercial Manager and Senior QS with subcontract management
Allocating timesheets across projects and cost codes
Raising requisitions for purchase orders
Maintaining accurate commercial records and documentation
Supporting the wider commercial team with day-to-day duties
About You
A degree in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related subject is desirable but not essential
A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to learn
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Confident using Excel and Microsoft Office
Interest in construction, rail or infrastructure (experience is a bonus, not a requirement)
Ambition to develop into a Quantity Surveying role
What’s on Offer
£29,000 to £35,000 salary
Hybrid working: 3 days on site, 2 days from home
26 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy more
Free staff minibus from Paddington, Willesden and East Acton
Clear progression towards an Assistant QS position
Exposure to major NEC rail projects working with Network Rail, Aecom and Alstom
How to Apply
Click apply and submit your CV. A well-presented CV goes a long way with this client, so make sure yours shows your attention to detail. All interviews are arranged exclusively through Kennet Solutions
Salary description
£29000.00 - £35000.00 per year