Luton, Dunstable
Competitive Salary
Project
A hyperscale data centre campus comprising two large data centre buildings (c.20m high, with rooftop plant to c.25m) on an 8.7-hectare on the edge of Dunstable. The scheme includes a dedicated electrical substation compound, standby generator installation, cooling and mechanical plant, a security building and perimeter security systems, internal roads and logistics access, c.100 parking spaces, and landscaping/drainage/biodiversity works. The end user is believed to be AWS (unconfirmed); the applicant/developer is Colliers Properties LLC, with Arup as engineering consultant.
Purpose of the Role
The Assistant Contracts Surveyor will support the commercial team in the day-to-day administration and cost management of the Houghton Regis data centre campus. This is a developing role suited to a graduate or early-career surveyor looking to build experience on a major mission-critical construction project, working under the supervision of the Contract Surveyor and Senior Contract Surveyor.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the collation and input of cost data into project cost reports and trackers.
Support the preparation of interim valuations and subcontractor payment applications.
Help maintain up-to-date commercial records, including variation and change registers.
Assist with take-offs and measurement of works from drawings and site records under supervision.
Support the procurement team with administrative tasks during tendering, such as issuing enquiries and logging returns.
Attend site to observe and record progress, supporting more senior surveyors with verification of works completed.
File and organise commercial and contractual documentation in line with project protocols.
Attend commercial meetings to take notes and follow up on actions.
Undertake day-release study or professional development activities where applicable, working towards RICS accreditation.
Experience & Technical Knowledge
0-2 years' experience in quantity surveying or a commercial construction role (placement/internship experience considered).
Exposure to construction cost management, measurement or subcontract administration is advantageous but not essential.
An interest in mission-critical, data centre or large industrial construction projects.
Qualifications
Degree (or working towards a degree) in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or a related built-environment discipline, ideally RICS-accredited.
Willingness to work towards MRICS / APC in due course.
Key Attributes
Strong numeracy and good working knowledge of Excel.
Keen to learn, with a proactive and conscientious approach.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Well organised and able to manage own workload with support.
Comfortable working on a live construction site.
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Salary description
£30000.00 - £50000.00 per year