Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Austin Fraser; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will support the Project Manager by managing the commercial and financial aspects of projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget. You will engage with subcontractors, analyze quotations, and prepare essential documentation while fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. This company values personal development and offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and flexible working arrangements, making it an ideal place to grow your career in the construction sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company pension

Life assurance

Private medical

25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice

Company car scheme

Leadership training

Career progression support

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong communication skills are essential.
• Degree-qualified or equivalent with relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager in financial aspects of projects and ensure timely completion.
• Prepare bills of quantity and cash flow forecasts for internal and client purposes.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Relationship-building Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in relevant field

Tools

IT Packages

Job description

Linear Recruitment are working with a Civils and Utilities Main Contractor who are interested in a Assistant Quantity Surveyor for work on the Severn Trent Water Framework.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

The Role

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support the Project Manager in controlling the commercial and financial aspects of projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest customer satisfaction standards. This role will assist the Quantity Surveyor in maximizing project returns and supporting the Commercial Manager and Project Managers.

Key Responsibilities

1. Produce and send subcontractor enquiries and engage with the supply chain.
2. Analyze subcontractor quotations, liaise with relevant teams regarding pricing, availability, etc.
3. Notify subcontractors of the outcome of tenders.
4. Produce and process subcontract documents, including payments and final accounts.
5. Prepare bills of quantity and cash flow forecasts for internal and client purposes.
6. Monitor and control income and expenditure on contracts.
7. Prepare monthly reports for the Commercial Manager (e.g., cost/value comparisons, turnover forecasts).
8. Attend financial and progress meetings with clients, engineers, and subcontractors.
9. Advise and support the site team to optimize resource use.
10. Provide data input support for the Managing Surveyor.
11. Provide feedback to Estimators and Contracts Managers on contract pricing and projected profit/loss.

Key Measures & Targets

1. Accurate monthly forecasting.
2. Ability to challenge resources and costs.
3. Meet deadlines in line with the commercial calendar.

Key Relationships

1. Commercial Manager/Managing Quantity Surveyor.
2. Business Development and Bid Managers.

About You

Essential

1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other IT packages.
2. Strong relationship-building skills.
3. Self-motivated with commercial awareness and understanding of construction processes.
4. Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
5. Organized with the ability to meet deadlines.
6. Keen to pursue personal development.

Desirable

1. Degree-qualified or equivalent, with relevant experience.
2. Experience in civil engineering, preferably in the water industry.
3. CSCS card.

Caring and Investing in You

1. Competitive salary and company pension.
2. Life assurance and private medical.
3. 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays.
4. Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing support.
5. Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice.
6. Company car scheme/car allowance/van (depending on position).
7. Leadership and management training.
8. Regular career progression support and annual salary reviews.
9. Flexible working arrangements.