Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Anderselite Ltd; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the financial delivery of projects. This role involves managing costs, preparing valuations, and engaging with various stakeholders to ensure project success. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in Surveying or Cost Engineering, excellent communication skills, and a detail-oriented mindset. With a focus on career development and a competitive benefits package, this position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow within a dynamic environment. If you're eager to learn and thrive in a collaborative setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

In-house training and career development

Competitive pension scheme

Life assurance

Health cash plan

Access to wellbeing platform

Annual flu vaccination and health check

Leave increased with service

Long service awards

Social events organized throughout the year

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Surveying or equivalent experience required.
• Strong organizational skills and high IT literacy are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in financial delivery of projects by controlling costs and compiling variations.
• Manage relationships with clients and contractors, ensuring timely payments.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Client Engagement

Detail-oriented

UK Driving License

Education

Third-level qualification in Surveying

Cost Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Title | Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Hours | 38hrs per week, 8.00am to 5pm Mon to Thurs, 8.00am to 3pm Friday

Salary | Competitive depending on experience

Responsible to | Lead Quantity Surveyor

Key Responsibilities

1. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will assist in the financial delivery of projects by controlling costs, progressing monthly valuations, and helping compile variations and change orders.
2. Manage and maintain relationships with clients, contractors, construction professionals, suppliers, and site staff.
3. Assist in compiling monthly job costing reviews and final accounts.
4. Support the commercial activities of the business, providing advice to Project Managers, Lead QS, and Senior Management as required.
5. Assist in preparing monthly valuations based on site measurements and work-in-progress reviews.
6. Follow up on monthly valuations to ensure timely payments as per contract conditions.
7. Complete and submit project documentation and correspondence within deadlines.
8. Assist in processing subcontractor payments.
9. Review contracts prior to signing.
10. Engage subcontractors, assist with negotiations, and prepare subcontract documents.
11. Perform other duties as required to fulfill the role.

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

• Third-level qualification in Surveying or Cost Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• High IT literacy, especially in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Detail-oriented and eager to learn.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Good client engagement skills.
• Valid UK Driving License.

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge of Industry Standard Forms of Contract.
• Experience in construction or mechanical environments (placement or degree training).
• Experience in financial planning and control of mechanical or construction projects.

Benefits

• In-house training and career development.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Health cash plan.
• Access to wellbeing platform.
• Annual flu vaccination and health check.
• Leave increased with service.
• Long service awards.
• Social events organized throughout the year.
• Access to car emergency kit.
• Christmas raffle.
• Allowance for branded clothing.
• Free onsite parking.
• Team building events funded annually.