Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Equans; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services provider in London is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. This full-time role requires experience in a related field and includes responsibilities such as commercial administration, cost control, and contract management. The candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits, including 24 days annual leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

2 corporate social responsibility days per year

Access to employee networks and wellness programs

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a construction or project management role.
• Valid Driving License.
• Ability to travel when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist the QS with commercial administration and management.
• Conduct contract risk and opportunity assessments.
• Prepare and administer monthly applications and sub-contractor accounts.
• Support the QS in managing day to day cost control.
• Compile valuations with QS for accurate cost reports.

Skills

Suitable commercial experience

Excellent verbal communication skills

Good level of numeracy skills

IT skills – MS Office, Excel, Project, Word

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education

Educated to degree level in Quantity Surveying

Job description

Equans is looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team in London on a permanent basis. This is a full‑time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package.

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will be a member of the Commercial resource supporting the operational team within the HMCTS contract where EQUANS complete Project Works. They will provide contract commercial management services and profit improvement along with a focus on compliance. In addition, they may be required to support growth within the Sector on the existing contracts as well as new business development initiatives to extend the suite of contracts.

The post holder will be responsible for delivering the commercial management function across the contract and clearly communicating the obligations and liabilities to ultimately ensure that income is maximised, costs are minimised, whilst the service required is delivered.

This is a junior role ideal for someone who is looking for exposure within the FM industry. We are looking for someone with some experience within a similar role, for example construction or project management.

What will you deliver?

• To assist the QS with commercial administration and management on a number of live projects
• Collate sub‑contract procurement information in order to manage subcontract orders, accounts and variation accounts in line with the main contract
• Assist on post‑tender internal and external pricing analysis/assessment for sign‑off whilst ensuring within budget
• Conduct contract risk and opportunity assessment to identify these areas and plan for them accordingly to ensure pricing remains on budget without undermining Health and Safety
• Assist with subcontractor selection for new schemes, ensure the chosen subcontractor has the appropriate order and information to carry out their work, and helping to prepare procurement schedules
• Logical and auditable preparation of relevant documentation for valuation, procurement and commercial administration
• Preparation and administration of monthly applications and sub‑contractor accounts in line with legal obligations
• To support the QS in the management of the day to day cost control, monitoring and reporting
• Review of sub‑contractor accounts and measure progress to assist in submitting valuations, preparing the submission of application for payments, final accounts, and retention release
• Monitor receipt of payment in a timely manner to ensure timely cash flow management for the Client and the group, and the supply chain
• Compile valuations with QS to prepare internal valuations to determine accurate cost reports
• Assist on completing QS documentation (i.e. client invoices) within deadlines
• Assist the QS with contractual issues and take action as required
• Process subcontractor requests for payment and issue of notices
• Ensure the Company is neither compromised nor disadvantaged by a contractual or financial arrangement
• Attend internal and external project and Company related meetings as appropriate
• Where appropriate, assist with estimates and negotiations for future projects or phases
• Provide assistance to the finance, accounts, and estimating teams as necessary
• General day to day administrative duties
• Prepared to travel to and from site and/or head offices within various geographical areas

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefits package, which includes;

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

• Suitable commercial experience within a similar industry sector
• Educated to degree level Quantity Surveying
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• A confident and adaptable communication style
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Good level of numeracy skills
• IT skills – MS Office, Excel, Project, Word etc
• Ability to Travel
• Valid Driving License

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans' 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government to embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010.

At Equans we're committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you'll find a welcoming and open workplace where you're supported and encouraged to be your true self at work.

You'll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), WOMEN TOGETHER (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re‑location package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team supports this job advert. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries must come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.