Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• Attend site regularly to support commercially
• Identify any changes to the original scope of works in order to ensure variations are captured and accordingly claimed for
• Value completed work and submit Applications for Payment to the client that accurately reflect this
• Review contracts for prospective works
• Place subcontracts and value and authorise the subcontractor applications and payments
• Preparation of monthly forecasts / reports such as CVRs for review and approval from Commercial Manager
• Prepare and analyse project costing and be comfortable recalculating these costs during a project if the scope changes
• Monitor value management and cost control throughout projects and complete CVR's where required
• Maintain awareness of the different building contracts that are in use
• Assist with and ensure accurate cash flow reporting
• Ensure that any supply chains or subcontractors used are engaged appropriately within the business and signed off by Procurement / Compliance
• Build and maintain good client relationships
• Contribute towards effective interaction between the commercial team and the site teams
• Attend site visits / meetings when required
• Prepare interim valuations and final accounts as per the contractual deadlines
• Support the monthly WIP process and other reports, including debt

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or similar industry recognised qualification
• 3+ years post graduate work experience
• Ground works/ minor civils experience (desirable)
• Understanding the implications of health and safety regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, Project and email/ internet
• Good written and verbal communication skills and manner
• Good organisational skills in being able to multi-task and re-prioritize at frequent intervals
• Attention to detail
• Friendly and professional manner
• Ability to handle pressure and good time-management
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to change and work effectively as part of a team
• Full clean driving licence

Ground works/ minor civils experience

• Part of an EOT (Employee-Owned Trust) with the potential to earn an annual bonus, based on profitability of the business
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) as standard, plus up to 5 additional days based on length of service
• Christmas shutdown (utilising annual leave & bank holidays)
• Annual pay review
• Company pension scheme with enhanced contributions
• Car allowance/company car
• Flexible start and finish times
• Free on-site parking
• Annual appraisal, including learning & development plan
• Excellent career progression and training opportunities
• Investors in People recognition – 2015, 2019 and 2022
• Access to an employee assistance programme, including counselling services, and mental health first aiders to support your health and wellbeing
• Opportunities to partake in volunteer work and charity events