Assistant Quantity Surveyor

• Support preparation of tender documentation, pricing schedules and cashflow forecasts
• Assist with reviewing customer contracts (NEC, JCT, FIDIC), completing governance forms, identifying risks and understanding requirements around securities and insurance
• Help maintain commercial controls by supporting CVR preparation, analysing cost and revenue data, tracking contingencies, managing variations/compensation events and contributing to reforecasting cycles
• Contribute to cashflow management, including preparing applications for payment, monitoring WIP, handling pay-less notices or contra charges and assisting with final accounts
• Support day‑to‑day contract administration such as tracking key dates, managing notices, maintaining contract documentation and understanding termination implications
• Assist with subcontractor management, including onboarding, issuing work packages, reviewing quotations, supporting applications through to payment and monitoring defect notifications
• Work closely with operational teams on site‑based commercial tasks, participate in continuous improvement activity and support general commercial duties as required

• Demonstrable experience in a commercial role
• Good understanding of how commercial functions operate within multi-divisional businesses
• Awareness of contractual law, contract types and commercial best practice
• Knowledge of Schedule of Rates, basic measurement techniques and core processes such as tendering, CVRs, WIP and risk management
• Working towards a professional membership such as ICES or RICS is desirable
• Eager to develop career within a commercial environment
• Curiosity, proactive learning and strong attention to detail
• Structured, analytical approach and effective communication skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, clients and subcontractors
• Takes ownership of tasks, works reliably under supervision
• Demonstrates resilience and openness to feedback
• Committed to safety, quality and delivering excellent service

Working towards a professional membership such as ICES or RICS

• 25 annual leave plus bank holidays with the option to buy more
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications
• 24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more
• Life assurance cover
• Long service recognition
• Active local social committees
• Regular social events
• Paid volunteering opportunities in your community