Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Build Recruitment; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of building services in Bodmin is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. This role involves preparing costs and managing maintenance and void contracts. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Quantity Surveying and strong analytical skills. Experience in social housing is a plus, with opportunities for job security and career growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare costs and sales for maintenance and void contracts.
• Manage ongoing maintenance and void contracts effectively.
• Communicate efficiently with team members and clients.

Skills

Driving License

Background in Social Housing

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Basic understanding of construction methods and building regulations

Good communication and negotiation skills

Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple tasks

Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

Education

Degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field

Job description

Overview

Assistant Quantity Surveyor – Bodmin, Cornwall – Permanent

£28,000 - £32,000

My client is a leading provider of Building Maintenance Improvement Services to Social Housing providers who deliver a range of services including Retrofit and energy efficiency upgrades, responsive repairs, voids, and disrepair (including damp & mould), refurbishment and project works, (M&E) services and commercial building maintenance.

They have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team in Bodmin and they are looking at holding interviews next week. They are looking for a process driven Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the maintenance team based in Cornwall who collectively are responsible for all responsive and void maintenance works across Cornwall. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing costs and sales for maintenance and void contracts on an ongoing basis throughout the month. This role requires a solid understanding of construction processes, and effective communication abilities. Understanding of the NHF schedule of rates would be desirable.

Responsibilities

Note: Original content summarizes duties related to cost preparation and ongoing management for maintenance and void contracts.

Qualifications

• A degree or diploma in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field.

Key Skills & Experience

• Driving License
• Background in Social Housing
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Basic understanding of construction methods and building regulations
• Good communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team and manage multiple tasks
• Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities

The client has a huge pipeline of work and holds great job security. Please get in touch if you wish to learn more about this role.

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