Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Build Search; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Build Search is assisting a Regional Main Contractor in Birmingham to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee Quantity Surveyor. The role supports the commercial team on daily administration, subcontract tendering, cost tracking and valuations.

It is suitable for someone in an QS course or pursuing an apprenticeship degree, with offices in Birmingham and site-based work available. The role offers learning opportunities across New Build and Refurbishment projects in the Midlands, with

Qualifications

• Willing to undertake an apprenticeship degree or ongoing Quantity Surveying course.
• Office-based or site-based role; remote work not available.

Responsibilities

• Assist the commercial team with day-to-day administration of construction projects.
• Support preparation of subcontract enquiries and tender documentation.
• Obtain and compare quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with measurement and quantification of works from drawings and specifications.
• Help prepare subcontract orders and maintain procurement records.
• Assist in preparing applications for payment and client valuations.
• Support assessment and processing of subcontractor payment applications.
• Maintain commercial registers, records and project documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly CVRs and monitor project costs.
• Attend site visits and meetings to understand project delivery.

Education

Apprenticeship degree

Quantity Surveying course

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor or Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Office: Birmingham

Ideal Location: West Midlands Based

My client are a Regional Main Contractor, who work across the whole of the Midlands delivering New Build and Refurbishment schemes across the Built Environment. Due to growth in the region, the team are looking to bring in an Assistant QS or even a Trainee QS. They can support someone wanting to do an apprenticeship degree or someone part way through their Quantity Surveying course.

Example of Duties Below:

• Assist the commercial team with the day-to-day administration of construction projects.
• Support the preparation of subcontract enquiries and tender documentation.
• Obtain and compare quotations from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with the measurement and quantification of works from drawings and specifications.
• Help prepare subcontract orders and maintain procurement records.
• Assist in the preparation of applications for payment and client valuations.
• Support the assessment and processing of subcontractor payment applications.
• Maintain commercial registers, records and project documentation.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly Cost Value Reconciliations (CVRs).
• Monitor project costs and update cost trackers under supervision.
• Assist with recording and valuing project variations.
• Attend site visits, progress meetings and commercial meetings to develop understanding of project delivery.
• Liaise with site teams, suppliers and subcontractors as directed.
• Ensure commercial documentation is maintained in accordance with company procedures.
• Complete all college, university or apprenticeship requirements alongside practical learning to a good standard.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role.
• Learn to communicate in a confident manner in line with established policies practices and priorities of the company and its clients. Be mindful of the wider industry initiatives and legislative requirements.

Why Join?

• A family felt regional business unit who support their staff and give fantastic career development opportunities
• A business that will invest in YOU
• Opportunity to work on some interesting New Build and Refurbishment projects of a significant value
• Earning potential

Ideal Candidate:

• A dynamic personality who is eager to learn and be pro active in their role
• Someone who wants to be working within a team environment and not working from home. This is an office based or site based position. Please do not apply if you want remote working