Assistant QS

FBR Construction Recruitment; Winchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment firm is seeking a full-time Assistant Quantity Surveyor based near Winchester. The role involves supporting the commercial team in contract administration, change control, and cost reporting for medium to large projects. Ideal candidates will have a formal qualification in quantity surveying and 1-2 years of experience. This is a great opportunity to progress your career within a growing Tier 2 contractor with a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in a commercial role in the construction industry preferred.
• Ability to work to a high standard.
• Full driving license desired.

Responsibilities

• Aid in change control and reviewing Compensation Events.
• Support cost reporting processes.
• Assist with payment certification for subcontractors.
• Administer main contract and sub-contract.
• Collate site records for commercial impact.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Competent in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Education

Formal qualification in quantity surveying

Job description

Overview

One of our long standing mid weight Tier 2 construction clients are seeking a full time enthusiastic AQS with a background in quantity surveying based from their modern offices near Winchester. This is a great opportunity to join an ever growing commercial team to support the business and deliver medium to large mainly Design & Build projects. As an AQS, you will be reporting to the Commercial Lead and working closely to maintain a dynamic project, successfully administering and delivering the contract.

Responsibilities

• Aid in change control, reviewing and quoting Compensation Events.
• Support in the application and cost reporting processes.
• Assist with monthly payment certification for subcontractors.
• Reviewing, understanding and distributing contract notifications
• Aiding the commercial team with main contract and sub-contract administration.
• Collate and review site records for commercial impact.
• Updating and keeping scope information current to aid the wider operations team.
• Support the commercial team with estimating for future works. Completing take-offs and producing a bill of quantity documents.
• Review any applicable invoices and correctly allocate costs.

Desirable Skills, Knowledge and Experience

• The ideal candidate holds a formal qualification in quantity surveying.
• Ideally 1-2 years experience working in a commercial role in the construction industry or someone new qualified would be considered.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft office especially excel.
• Ability to work to a high standard and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills.
• Full driving licence desired.

In return, you will receive a competitive salary package with genuine chance to progress your career within a forward thinking Tier 2 contractor with a full order book for the next 12-18 months.