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We’re looking for a proactive and detail-focused Commercial Assistant to join a busy commercial team supporting multiple live projects. Working closely with the Quantity Surveying and operational teams, you’ll play a key role in supporting the financial, contractual and commercial management of projects, ensuring value is captured and costs are accurately controlled.
Job Responsibility:
Supporting the commercial team with day-to-day commercial and financial administration across live projects
Assisting with the measurement and valuation of works using agreed schedules of rates
Ensuring costs are accurately captured, allocated and reported under an open-book commercial model
Assisting with the management of subcontract accounts and variation accounts
Preparing documentation for valuations, applications, procurement and general commercial administration
Liaising with buyers to support materials procurement and identify cost-saving opportunities
Supporting cost control, monitoring and reporting activities
Developing an understanding of contract terms, specifications and pricing to ensure compliance
Assisting with the management of accrued income through timely invoicing
Maintaining clear, auditable financial and commercial records
Supporting health and safety compliance across projects
Building and maintaining professional relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
Requirements:
Previous experience in a commercial, financial or quantity surveying support role
Experience within social housing, maintenance or refurbishment projects is highly desirable
Knowledge of Schedule of Rates (NSR experience advantageous but not essential)
Good IT skills, particularly MS Excel, Word and other Microsoft Office packages
Confident communicator, able to work collaboratively with commercial and operational teams
Organised, methodical and able to manage multiple tasks to deadlines
What we offer:
Opportunity to work across a range of live projects
Career development and progression opportunities within a commercial environment
Supportive team culture with ongoing training and development