Assistant Quantity Surveyor

PSR Solutions; North East; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

PSR Solutions is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a Civil Engineering Contractor delivering water and wastewater infrastructure across the North East.

You will work with the commercial team to manage budgets, cost control, valuations and final accounts on NEC-based projects, supporting site teams and client reporting. A relevant qualification is advantageous, with opportunities to develop within a growing portfolio.

Qualifications

• Experience in a commercial or QS environment is desirable.
• Understanding of construction or civil engineering projects.
• Interest in NEC contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support commercial management of water and wastewater projects from procurement to final account.
• Assist with budgets, cost control and forecasting.
• Prepare CVRs and commercial reports.
• Assist with payment applications and valuations.
• Monitor costs and identify commercial risks and opportunities.
• Support subcontractor procurement and management.
• Maintain accurate commercial records and project documentation.

Skills

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Education

Quantity Surveying or related degree

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join an established Civil Engineering Contractor delivering a growing portfolio of water and wastewater infrastructure projects across the North East.

Our client works across the water and utilities sector, delivering projects involving clean water, wastewater, treatment works, pipelines, pumping stations and associated civil engineering works.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor looking to develop their commercial career within a supportive and established contractor.

The Role

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with the Quantity Surveyor and wider commercial team, supporting the commercial management of water and wastewater projects from procurement through to final account.

• Supporting the commercial management of water and wastewater projects.
• Assisting with project budgets, cost control and forecasting.
• Supporting the preparation of CVRs and commercial reports.
• Assisting with applications for payment and valuations.
• Monitoring project costs and identifying potential commercial risks and opportunities.
• Supporting the management of variations and compensation events.
• Assisting with the administration of NEC contracts.
• Assisting with subcontractor procurement and management.
• Reviewing subcontractor applications, valuations and payments.
• Supporting the preparation and agreement of subcontractor final accounts.
• Maintaining accurate commercial records and project documentation.
• Working closely with Site Managers, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors and the wider project team.
• Developing your knowledge of commercial and contractual procedures within the water sector.

About You

We are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor with an interest in developing a career within the water and civil engineering sector.

You may already have experience within:

• Water and wastewater
• Utilities
• Civil engineering
• Infrastructure
• Highways
• Construction

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in a commercial or Quantity Surveying environment.
• An understanding of construction or civil engineering projects.
• An interest in developing your knowledge of NEC contracts.
• Good numerical and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• A proactive approach and willingness to learn.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a project team.
• A degree, HNC/HND or other relevant qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction or Civil Engineering would be advantageous. Candidates working towards a relevant qualification will also be considered.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to develop their commercial career within a well-established contractor with a strong pipeline of water and wastewater projects across the North East.

You will receive support and guidance from an experienced commercial team while gaining valuable exposure to NEC contracts, subcontract management, cost control, valuations and project delivery.