Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Alexis Schell Photography; Morpeth; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor and contribute to impactful projects in the water industry. This role offers a unique opportunity to assist in commercial management duties, from pre-construction to final accounts, while working closely with clients and project teams. You'll be part of a supportive environment that values professional development and collaboration. If you have a passion for construction contracts and strong analytical skills, this position is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow your career while making a difference in the water sector.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Relevant HNC/D or degree in Quantity Surveying or significant work experience.
• Proven experience working under pressure in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial negotiations to secure client contracts.
• Prepare realistic budgets and assist with project planning.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Financial management

Team collaboration

Education

HNC/D in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Significant work experience

Tools

NEC contracts

JCT contracts

FIDIC contracts

Job description

Overview

We are recruiting an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial team in Morpeth.

• Up to £43k doe
• Company car or car allowance
• Hybrid working

We are a specialist contractor delivering projects directly to the water industry and the broader water environment. Currently, we hold 29 frameworks and work with most of the UK's water companies as well as the Environment Agency.

What you'll be doing

Reporting to the Quantity Surveyor, you will be responsible for assisting with all commercial management duties on construction contracts from Pre-construction through the Construction Phase to Final Account and Certificate. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will also provide administrative support to Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with thorough financial negotiations as required in order to secure client contracts.
• Understand and develop working relationships with our clients to understand their precise requirements and ensure that pricing schedules allow for the delivery of projects that accurately meet their expectations.
• Work with the project delivery team to assist with the preparation of a realistic budget for schemes in order to maximise revenue, profit and reputation.
• Be involved in the planning process to ensure that all works are carried out to the maximum efficiency.
• Assist in the preparation of labour pricing schedules for the delivery of the works under the PayGo pricing system and for subcontractors.
• Contribute to the preparation and submittal of monthly interim valuations and final accounts to ensure timely processing of client invoicing and payment applications.
• Be familiar with managing change including identifying, preparing, submitting and agreeing early warning notices and compensation events under NEC and other contracts.
• Support with monthly interim valuations and final accounts to ensure timely processing of client invoicing and payment applications.
• Assist in the review of aged debt on a regular basis and help manage outstanding retentions to ensure the business receives its cash from customers on a timely basis.

Who we're looking for

• Relevant HNC/D, degree in Quantity Surveying, or significant work experience.
• Proven experience of working under pressure in a close-knit team to deliver joint objectives.
• Ability to work on construction contracts using recognised forms, e.g., NEC, JCT, FIDIC, or bespoke Framework Agreements.
• Demonstrable ability to analyse complicated information, and resolve mathematical and logical problems.
• Strong contract negotiation and administration.
• Excellent communication at all levels.
• Ability to assist with order book turnover and gross margin projections.
• An understanding of civil engineering delivery, or the desire to learn.
• Full driving licence.

What we're offering

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

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