Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Smiley & Co, Ltd.; Derby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Derby seeks a motivated individual to join their Commercial team. You will assist in managing build costs, support procurement, and contribute to a positive team environment. The ideal candidate is willing to learn about construction processes and demonstrate strong communication skills. Attractive benefits including competitive salary and bonus scheme will be provided.

Benefits

Discretionary Bonus Scheme

Car allowance

25 days holiday

Pension Scheme

Group Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Ideally some experience in building construction or surveying.
• Familiarity with material procurement or cost estimation.
• Awareness of Health & Safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with management of build costs and forecasts.
• Support procurement with tender analysis.
• Attendance at site visits for progress measurement.

Skills

Building construction knowledge

Numeracy and attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Proactive and adaptable

Education

Construction-related qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

COINS

Job description

Overview

Location: East Midlands Regional Office, Castle Donington

Salary: Competitive

Vacancy Type: Full time, Permanent

At the company, they pride themselves on being an award-winning private housebuilder dedicated to creating beautiful homes and communities across the East of England, the East Midlands and the South West of England.

Their mission is to provide affordable yet aspirational homes to their communities, ensuring that new homes are accessible and attainable for all with a quality product suitable for everyone.

They are proud of their people, and collaboration and teamwork are key to everything they do. Their Values are at their heart and centre around Trust, Teamwork, Performance, Kindness and Passion. They are looking for enthusiastic individuals to help them achieve their ambitious growth plans and goals, to be part of their journey and to grow their career along with their success.

The Role

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will play a key supporting role within their customer-focused Commercial team. Working under the guidance of an experienced Quantity Surveyor mentor, you will gain valuable, hands-on experience across all stages of the development process, building a career on solid foundations. You will contribute from day one, developing commercial awareness, negotiation skills and a strong understanding of construction techniques, materials and costs.

They are looking for a confident, motivated individual who is keen to learn, flexible in their approach, and passionate about building excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and management of build costs, budgets and forecasts for residential developments.
• Support the procurement process, including preparation of enquiry packs, analysing tenders, and compiling comparison sheets.
• Assist with placing sub-contract orders, ensuring compliance with specification, budgets and best practice.
• Help with the processing of sub-contractor payments, invoices and valuations, ensuring accuracy and adherence to procedures.
• Contribute to the evaluation of variations and instructions, supporting the team in managing costs within budget.
• Attend site visits to measure, record progress and support with monthly valuations.
• Assist with the preparation of reports, cost value reconciliations (CVR) and cost-to-complete forecasts under guidance.
• Liaise with internal teams including Planning, Technical and Construction to ensure accurate and timely information is shared.
• Support the Commercial team in maintaining strong working relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Develop an awareness of Health & Safety regulations, industry codes of practice and company procedures.
• Undertake other duties as reasonably required to support the success of the Commercial team.

This list is not exhaustive.

Skills And Qualifications

• Ideally some experience of building construction, surveying or project management (placement year, apprenticeship or similar desirable but not essential).
• A construction-related qualification (or currently working towards one).
• Familiarity with material procurement and/or cost estimation for new developments would be advantageous.
• Good knowledge, or willingness to learn, construction techniques and materials.
• Awareness of relevant Health & Safety requirements in the industry.
• Highly numerate with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal.
• Confident IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office (knowledge of COINS advantageous).
• Organised and able to prioritise workload effectively.
• Proactive, adaptable and eager to learn.
• CSCS card holder (or willingness to obtain).
• A full driving licence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Discretionary Bonus Scheme.
• Car allowance (with option to join the company salary sacrifice car scheme).
• 25 days holiday (extending to 27 days holiday after two years of continuous service).
• Pension Scheme.
• Group Life Assurance.
• Group Income Protection Scheme.
• Smart Health Employee Assistance Programme.
• Opt in - Simply Health Cash Plan.
• Allison Homes House purchase discount scheme.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply.

This job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received, and therefore they encourage you to apply for this position as soon as possible.