Assistant Quantity Surveyor

TN United Kingdom; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK seeks an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support commercial management across high-value contracts. This role involves cost estimation, contract compliance, and collaboration with various teams to ensure project success. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including blended working options after a probationary period.

Benefits

Reservist Leave

Personal Pension Plan

Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme

Season Ticket Loan

Cycle to Work Scheme

Occupational Health Support

Discounted Gym Membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related field required.
• Experience in construction or electrical engineering is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in contract and commercial management.
• Support cost estimation and budgeting processes.
• Collaborate with project managers and site teams.

Skills

Cost Estimation

Procurement

Contract Management

Teamworking

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Cost Management Software

Financial Reporting Tools

Job description

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This Assistant Quantity Surveyor will report to the Area Commercial Manager and will work within UKPN Services - Commercial based in our Heathrow office. You will be a permanent employee.

You will attract a salary of £54,166 and a bonus of 3%. This role can also offer blended working after probationary period (6 months) - 3 days in the office and 2 remote.

Close Date: 01/06/2025

We also provide the following additional benefits:

• Reservist Leave - Additional 18 days full pay and 22 unpaid
• Personal Pension Plan - Personal contribution rates of 4% or 5% (UK Power Networks will make a corresponding contribution of 8% or 10%)
• Tenancy Loan Deposit Scheme, Season Ticket Loan
• Tax efficient benefits: Cycle to Work, Home & Tech, and Green Car Leasing Schemes
• Occupational Health support
• Switched On - scheme providing discount on hundreds of retailers' products
• Discounted gym membership
• Employee Assistance Programme

Job Nature and Scope:

UK Power Network Services has long-term contracts to upgrade, operate, and complete the lifecycle maintenance of high voltage electrical assets for specific major clients, along with a capital expenditure programme for infrastructure and connections to multiple client sites. UK Power Networks Services is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to oversee the commercial aspects of these contracts.

Job Purpose:

To assist Quantity Surveyors, the Area Commercial Manager, and the Lead Commercial Manager in providing professional commercial support across specified long-term contracts and client projects.

You will support commercial aspects of contracts and projects, including setup, management, pricing, service delivery, scope changes, and dispute resolution. You will ensure contract compliance and support efforts to maximize profit.

Additionally, you will support the commercial project team, including Quantity Surveyors, Commercial Quantity Surveyors, and Administrative staff, in managing client, subcontractor, and supplier contracts.

• Commercial & Contract Management:
  • Support the contract and commercial management team to achieve all contract-related goals.
  • Ensure activities comply with UKPN guidelines, reporting non-conformance to the Area Commercial Manager.
  • Serve as commercial lead for smaller projects or support larger projects across a portfolio of contracts.
• Cost Estimation and Budgeting:
  • Assist in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents.
  • Monitor project costs and ensure alignment with budgets.
• Contract and Supplier Management:
  • Support in preparing and reviewing contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
  • Assist in evaluating and negotiating supplier and subcontractor agreements.
• Reporting & Compliance:
  • Assist in preparing valuations, cost reports, and forecasts.
  • Support in assessing and certifying subcontractor payments.
  • Identify and report financial risks and discrepancies.
  • Produce quality reports and question decisions where necessary.
• Project Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement:
  • Collaborate with project managers, site teams, and senior surveyors.
  • Attend site visits, meetings, and briefings.
  • Work with project and client teams to ensure project delivery following contracts.
• General Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate with external partners and team members to ensure smooth project progress.
  • Support dispute resolution efforts.
  • Maintain knowledge of major contracts to support best practices and future projects within UKPN Services.

Dimensions:

• Project turnover up to £10 million annually.

While based at the Heathrow site, the jobholder will develop knowledge of other contracts to transfer best practices and support future growth projects.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in a similar role, especially in construction, infrastructure, or electrical engineering, is advantageous.
• Skills in cost estimation, procurement, and contract management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, cost management software, and financial reporting tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Teamworking skills with a proactive and adaptable approach.
• Knowledge of construction contracts (e.g., NEC).
• Experience in resolving commercial disputes.
• Familiarity with project reporting and financial forecasting.