Assistant Quantity Surveyor

JR United Kingdom; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor in Bridgwater is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team. This role involves assisting in the management of 23 projects, supporting cost control, and ensuring effective tracking of variations. Candidates should have relevant experience and a degree in Quantity Surveying. The position offers a salary of up to £45,000, along with benefits such as a car allowance and ample holiday days.

Benefits

Car or car allowance

25 days + bank holidays

Employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial management of live projects.
• Skills in processing subcontractor payments, take-offs, and final accounts.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and monitor performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of 23 live projects.
• Support preparation of subcontractor payments and variations.
• Contribute to change control processes.

Skills

Experience working for a groundworks or civil engineering contractor

Strong commercial awareness

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Valid UK driving licence

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field

Job description

Abatec is working in partnership with a respected civil engineering and groundworks contractor based in Bridgwater. With a strong presence across Somerset, South Wales and Devon this contractor delivers essential infrastructure across a wide range of sectors including flood alleviation, defence, nuclear and residential with projects including highway upgrades, drainage systems, and coastal resilience schemes with values ranging from £100k to £15m.

Our client is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their supportive and close-knit commercial team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop their career.

As Assistant Quantity Surveyor you will:

• Assist in the commercial management of 23 live projects simultaneously.
• Support in the preparation and processing of subcontractor payments, take-offs, variations, CVRs, and final accounts.
• Maintain accurate records to monitor cost and value performance against agreed targets.
• Contribute to change control processes, ensuring variations are tracked and managed effectively.
• Take part in the review and improvement of internal procedures and systems.

Our client requires a Quantity Surveyor with:

• Experience working for a groundworks or civil engineering contractor.
• A degree (or equivalent qualification) in Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Strong commercial awareness with a proactive approach to cost control and value optimisation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• A valid UK driving licence and the flexibility to travel to local project sites when needed.

Salary/Benefits:

• Up to £45,000 per annum
• Car or car allowance
• 25 days + bank holidays
• Employer pension contribution

If you would like more information, or to apply for this vacancy, please contact Serryn Stickley on 01934 635025. The reference for this vacancy is 4005478.

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Job Category:Civil EngineeringJob Type:PermanentJob Location:BridgwaterRate / Salary:£35000 - £45000

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