Assistant Quantity Surveyor

SACYR UK & IRELAND; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor and contribute to groundbreaking projects like a state-of-the-art cancer centre. This entry-level role offers a unique opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, assisting in various tasks while developing your skills in a supportive environment. With a commitment to inclusivity and diversity, the company fosters a workplace where everyone can thrive. If you're eager to learn, detail-oriented, and passionate about making a difference, this role is perfect for you. Be part of a transformative journey and help build a better future!

Benefits

34 days holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Financial, Emotional and Physical Wellbeing Support

Professional membership support

Company pension

Cycle to work scheme

Life insurance

Sick pay

Wellness Your Way programme

Annual Health Checks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying or related field required.
• Strong communication and analytical skills essential for success.

Responsibilities

• Assist team manager with tasks and conduct research for projects.
• Analyze data and prepare reports while collaborating with stakeholders.
• Follow health and safety guidelines and ensure quality procedures.

Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quantity Surveying

Related discipline

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

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Job Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Company: Sacyr UK and Ireland

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you’ll play a pivotal role in our mission to create a state-of-the-art cancer centre. Join our dynamic team and make a difference!

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will be involved in the quantity surveyor area and be responsible for carrying out tasks assigned by the team manager, assisting other engineers with tasks, following guidance, and coming up with original ideas.

The role holder is required to work closely with the construction management, engineers, and surveyors to keep projects on track. Responsibilities include conducting desktop and field research, attending meetings, performing all practical and administrative duties assigned by the team manager, assisting on projects, and writing up reports while offering suggestions for improvement.

About Us: At Sacyr UK and Ireland, we’re passionate about creating a better world through our projects. Our workplace is inclusive, diverse, and designed for everyone to thrive. We are a Sunday Times Top 100 employer 2024 and proud to also be a Living Wage and Disability Confident accredited employer.

About you: If your values align with ours, and you are passionate about being part of our team, read on! Our team is professional, great communicators, adaptable, full of integrity, and generally a fabulous bunch. If this sounds like you, and you can demonstrate the required skills and experience, we want to hear from you.

• Inclusive work environment, Sunday Times Top 100 Employer 2024
• 34 days holiday
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Financial, Emotional and Physical Wellbeing Support
• Professional membership support
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Life insurance
• Sick pay
• Wellness Your Way programme
• Annual Health Checks
• Sacyr Sports Club, and much more.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Understand project requirements and carry out tasks set by the supervisor/team manager.
• Shadow experienced colleagues, ask questions, and assist wherever possible.
• Conduct research and collate data.
• Analyze data and write reports according to specifications.
• Work closely and manage the relevant sections within the project.
• Ensure all quality procedures set out in the Project Quality Plan are followed.
• Collaborate with all other stakeholders on the project.
• Deliver presentations to staff members and other stakeholders.
• Observe existing strategies and techniques and offer suggestions for improvement.
• Follow health and safety guidelines.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Bachelor’s degree in quantity surveying or a related discipline.

In addition to the above:

• Ability to communicate with a range of people, including customers, clients, and key stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
• Interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate to achieve the best price from suppliers.
• Logical approach to problem-solving along with solid analytical skills, understanding of business processes, and systems optimization.
• Eager to learn with a keen eye for detail, especially in relation to numerical data.
• Excellent multitasking abilities.
• Excellent time management and organization skills combined with good problem-solving skills.
• Highly skilled in prioritizing and organizing.
• Comfortable interacting with all levels of management in multiple areas.
• Proficient with MS Office software, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.

Application Process: Please click to apply. All applications are treated confidentially. If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident scheme, feel free to share details about your disability.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are open to making reasonable adjustments to enable all applicants to participate in the recruitment process. Please let us know if you need any adjustments as part of the application process.

Ready to be part of our transformative journey? We look forward to welcoming talented individuals who share our vision and values. Join us on our journey and contribute to building a better future!

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Civil Engineering and Construction