Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Randstad CPE; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A medium-sized main contractor in Hounslow is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. This role offers an opportunity for junior QSs to manage small projects with responsibilities such as preparing trade scopes, certifying subcontractor payments, and assisting with cost reports. A competitive salary of up to £45,000 with a 10% bonus is offered, alongside a progressive work environment.

Benefits

Up to £45,000 basic salary

Bonus up to 10%

Strong pipeline of work

Long term stability and progression

Qualifications

• At least 1+ years experience working within a QS position in the UK.
• Strong references.
• Main contractor/developer experience desired but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Preparing trade scope and works.
• Collation and issue of subcontract tenders.
• Certifying subcontractor payments.

Skills

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Computer literate

Education

BSc Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

My client is a medium sized main contractor who work on a wide range of projects: Residential, Healthcare, Education etc - ranging up to £10m.

If you are a junior level QS who wishes to gain exposure and be fast tracked to running your own small projects, this opportunity would be perfect for you.

What you will be doing

• Preparing trade scope and works
• Collation and issue of subcontract tenders
• Prepare subcontractors appointment and proposal documents
• Preparing subcontract documentation for signing by both parties in accordance with BH's Call Off Contract procedure.
• Certifying subcontractor payments
• Assessing variations with subcontractor
• Preparing final account with subcontractors
• Assisting with Surveyors' monthly cost reports
• Attending subcontractor progress meetings as required
• Assisting in production of contractual letters to subcontractors when requested
• Assisting Project team with financial implications of site progress decisions
• Measurement of elements incorporated into designs to establish value and extent of works

Requirements

• At least 1+ years experience working within a QS position in the UK
• An excellent approach to work and professional outlook on the construction industry
• Main contractor/developer experience desired but not essential
• Strong references
• Computer literate
• Excellent communication skills
• Solid commercial acumen
• Educated to a degree level or equivalent (BSc Quantity Surveying preferred)

Benefits

• Paying up to £45,000 basic salary
• Bonus up to 10%
• Dynamic, forward thinking company, progressive ethos
• Strong pipeline of work
• Long term stability and progression

If you're interested in the role and want to hear more, reply to this advert with your CV and I'll contact you directly. If you would prefer to have an initial discussion over the phone, give Max Chambers a call in our offices on 07860 679 314 or email

Your details will be kept strictly confidential and will never be sent to anyone without you first giving permission. I'll look forward to hearing from you, come back to me ASAP to make the initial shortlist!

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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