Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Countryside Partnerships PLC; Leeds; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role involves supporting the commercial delivery of residential development projects, assisting with cost management from procurement to final accounts. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience in the construction sector and possess strong analytical and communication skills. With a focus on teamwork and project compliance, this position offers the chance to contribute to significant construction initiatives while enjoying a range of attractive benefits, including a competitive salary and generous leave entitlements.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance at 4x salary

Share save schemes

Employee rewards portal

Qualifications

• Experience within the construction industry as a Quantity Surveyor.
• Strong understanding of budget management and construction contracts.

Responsibilities

• Assist in compiling tender packages and analyzing tenders.
• Control and report post-contract cost movements and manage budgets.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiating Skills

Mathematical Ability

Budget Management

Education

HNC in Quantity Surveying

Construction Management

Tools

COINS software

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team within Vistry East Yorkshire, at our office in Leeds. As our Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will report to the Commercial Manager and will assist in the commercial delivery of residential development schemes. You will support the Surveying department with cost management for development and contracting projects from procurement to the completion of sub-contract final accounts. This is a key role, and the successful candidate will have worked in a similar role for a main contractor or developer within the region.

Benefits:

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance, or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Private medical insurance (employee paid)
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme via salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal and more benefits

Minimum Requirements:

1. HNC in Quantity Surveying / Construction Management or equivalent
2. Experience within the construction industry as a Quantity Surveyor
3. Excellent IT, analytical, and communication skills
4. Strong mathematical ability
5. Understanding of budget management
6. Negotiating and networking skills
7. Familiarity with construction contracts, including standard forms
8. Ability to work within a busy team and under pressure
9. Knowledge of different construction methods (e.g., Timber Frame, Traditional Masonry)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Attend site pre-start meetings to understand construction issues with the Commercial Manager
2. Assist in compiling tender packages for subcontract trades
3. Receive and analyze tenders, comparing levels
4. Assist with issuing subcontract orders in accordance with policies and within budget and schedule
5. Liaise with the Build Department on subcontractor performance and compliance
6. Produce and adjudicate subcontract orders and final accounts
7. Provide forecast and site budget information to meet reporting requirements
8. Control and report post-contract cost movements
9. Process invoices and applications for payments according to contract terms
10. Use COINS software for project administration tasks
11. Settle variation invoices and assist with retention releases
12. Maintain filing systems and follow training plans for self-development
13. Participate in departmental meetings and communicate effectively with colleagues
14. Adhere to health and safety policies and attend training
15. Work closely with project teams to minimize variations and ensure contract compliance
16. Complete monthly CVRs, manage budgets, and report costs
17. Lead commercial activities with clients, including valuations and cash flow forecasts