Assistant / Junior Quantity Surveyor

Mitie; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Mitie Power & Grid seeks an Assistant Quantity Surveyor/Junior Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial management of UK major infrastructure projects. You will work with project teams on cost management, CVRs, change control and reporting.

Join a growing energy transition business offering mentoring, hybrid working and clear progression to Senior QS roles within a dynamic sector.

Qualifications

• Interest in developing a career in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Project Delivery.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Full UK Driving Licence or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience within a construction, engineering, infrastructure, utilities or energy environment.
• Experience in a commercial, estimating, project controls or assistant quantity surveying role.
• Knowledge of NEC, JCT, FIDIC or other forms of contract.
• Experience working on infrastructure, civil engineering, power, utilities or renewable energy projects.
• Knowledge of High Voltage (HV) infrastructure, substations, cable routes or Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Relevant Quantity Surveying, Construction, Commercial Management or Engineering qualification, or working towards one.
• Membership or working towards membership of RICS, CIOB, CICES, ICES or another relevant professional institution.

Responsibilities

• Assist the commercial team with the day-to-day management of project finances and commercial activities.
• Support the preparation of project cost reports, forecasts and budgets.
• Assist in producing Cost Value Reconcilations (CVRs) and cash flow forecasts.
• Help monitor project performance against budgets and targets.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation.
• Assist with NEC, JCT, FIDIC and other standard forms of contract.
• Support change management processes, including compensation events, variations and change control.
• Assist in the preparation of applications for payment and supporting documentation.
• Help maintain records to support contractual entitlement and claims.
• Support final account preparation and agreement.
• Assist with subcontractor procurement activities, including tender enquiries and evaluations.
• Support the administration of subcontract agreements.
• Measure and value completed works.
• Assist in the review and processing of subcontractor applications and variations.
• Help manage subcontractor accounts through to final account closure.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Planners and Site Teams.
• Attend project meetings, commercial reviews and site visits.
• Support the identification and management of commercial risks and opportunities.
• Ensure project documentation is maintained in line with company procedures.
• Contribute to effective commercial governance and reporting.

Job description

-Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Junior Quantity SurveyorMitie Power & Grid - Major ProjectsLocation: Hybrid Working | UK Wide ProjectsContract Type: Permanent, Full TimeReporting To: Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor

Build Your Career in One of the UK's Fastest-Growing Infrastructure SectorsThe UK's energy network is undergoing a once-in-a-generation transformation.

Significant investment in electricity infrastructure, renewable energy, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations and network reinforcement projects is creating exciting opportunities for the next generation of commercial professionals.

At Mitie Power & Grid, we are delivering critical infrastructure projects that will support the UK's energy future. We are looking for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Junior Quantity Surveyor to join our growing Major Projects team and develop their career within a thriving and resilient sector.

Whether you are recently qualified, working towards a professional qualification, or already gaining experience within construction, engineering, infrastructure or utilities, this role will provide exposure to major projects, experienced mentors and excellent long-term career opportunities.

The Role

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor / Junior Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial management of major infrastructure projects across the UK.

Working alongside experienced commercial professionals, project managers and delivery teams, you will gain hands-on experience across all aspects of quantity surveying, including cost management, contract administration, subcontractor management, change control and commercial reporting.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop into a Quantity Surveyor and beyond within a growing Power & Grid business.

Main Duties

• Assist the commercial team with the day-to-day management of project finances and commercial activities.
• Support the preparation of project cost reports, forecasts and budgets.
• Assist in producing Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs) and cash flow forecasts.
• Help monitor project performance against budgets and targets.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation.

Contract Administration

• Assist with the administration of NEC, JCT, FIDIC and other standard forms of contract.
• Support change management processes, including compensation events, variations and change control.
• Assist in the preparation of applications for payment and supporting documentation.
• Help maintain records to support contractual entitlement and claims.
• Support final account preparation and agreement.

Supply Chain Management

• Assist with subcontractor procurement activities, including tender enquiries and evaluations.
• Support the administration of subcontract agreements.
• Measure and value completed works.
• Assist in the review and processing of subcontractor applications and variations.
• Help manage subcontractor accounts through to final account closure.

Project Delivery Support

• Work closely with Project Managers, Engineers, Planners and Site Teams.
• Attend project meetings, commercial reviews and site visits.
• Support the identification and management of commercial risks and opportunities.
• Ensure project documentation is maintained in line with company procedures.
• Contribute to effective commercial governance and reporting.

What we are looking for

What We're Looking ForEssential

• A genuine interest in developing a career in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Project Delivery.
• Strong numerical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Full UK Driving Licence or willingness to obtain one.
• Experience within a construction, engineering, infrastructure, utilities or energy environment.
• Experience in a commercial, estimating, project controls or assistant quantity surveying role.
• Knowledge of NEC, JCT, FIDIC or other forms of contract.
• Experience working on infrastructure, civil engineering, power, utilities or renewable energy projects.
• Knowledge of High Voltage (HV) infrastructure, substations, cable routes or Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Relevant Quantity Surveying, Construction, Commercial Management or Engineering qualification, or working towards one.
• Membership or working towards membership of RICS, CIOB, CICES, ICES or another relevant professional institution.

Why Join Mitie Power & Grid?Develop Your Career

You’ll work alongside experienced commercial professionals who will support your development through mentoring, coaching and on-the-job learning.

Be Part of the Energy TransitionHelp deliver projects that are critical to the UK's future energy infrastructure and net-zero ambitions.

Work on Major ProjectsGain exposure to a range of exciting infrastructure projects, including:

• High Voltage substations
• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Grid connection projects
• Transmission and distribution infrastructure
• Underground cable installations

Structured Career ProgressionWe are committed to developing our people and providing clear progression routes into Quantity Surveyor, Senior Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Management positions.

Flexible WorkingBenefit from a hybrid working approach that combines home working, office collaboration and project site experience.

What Success Looks LikeYou are someone who:

• Is keen to learn and develop professionally.
• Takes pride in delivering accurate, high-quality work.
• Enjoys solving problems and working with numbers.
• Builds positive relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Is proactive, organised and willing to take ownership of tasks.
• Wants to build a long-term career in one of the UK's most exciting and rapidly growing infrastructure sectors.

Closing StatementAt Mitie Power & Grid, we're helping to build the infrastructure that will power the UK's future.

If you're looking for an opportunity to develop your commercial career, work on major projects and be part of a growing industry with exceptional long-term prospects, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Mitie Power & Grid and help shape the future of energy infrastructure in the UK.