Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Gleeds; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global construction consultancy based in Nottingham is seeking an Assistant Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor. The role involves assisting with various cost management tasks while obtaining support for professional development towards MRICS status. Join a diverse team in a collaborative environment and enjoy flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Global Travel Scholarship Programme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Experience in quantification of construction works.
• Proficiency in cost estimating and planning.
• Familiarity with post-contract cost control.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with cost and procurement management processes.
• Preparing valuation of completed work and managing payments.
• Administering construction contracts and preparing client reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Financial management

Negotiation

Education

RICS-accredited Bachelor's or Master's degree in Quantity Surveying

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

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Gleeds is an award-winning, global construction consultancy with over a century of success in the Built Environment. Our impartial advice helps clients maximise return on investment, from site acquisition to project completion. With over 135 years of construction intelligence, we offer unparalleled insight across all sectors, helping clients deliver real value from their assets.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Cost Manager/Quantity Surveyor to join our team in Nottingham. The team works with both Public and Private sector clients on a variety of projects including Regeneration, Residential, Sport & Leisure, Education, Industrial, Manufacturing, and Commercial Developer schemes.

As an Assistant Cost Manager in our Nottingham Cost Management team, your role will involve assisting with cost and procurement management processes. You will be supported by senior team members to complete a wide spectrum of cost management tasks and exercises, with the aim of developing your skills in readiness to sit your APC and secure MRICS status.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Order of cost estimates and option studies.
• Cost plans.
• Cost-in-use studies.
• Tender documentation and managing the tender process, including designing tender marking schemes.
• Evaluation and reporting of tenders.
• Valuation of completed work and arranging for payments.
• Preparation and settlement of final accounts.
• Administration of construction contracts.
• Preparation of reports to clients.

Additional responsibilities include:

Enrolling on your APC pathway and working towards attaining membership of RICS.

As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:

• Opportunities to develop and grow your career
• A contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Our Global Travel Scholarship Programme
• Flexible working arrangements

About You

Who we’re looking for:

Experience, Knowledge, and Key Skills:

• Quantification of construction works and activities.
• Cost estimating.
• Cost planning.
• Value engineering.
• Procurement.
• Tendering.
• Post-contract cost control.
• Administration of different forms of construction contract.

The successful candidate will already possess the following:

• Clear and effective communication skills - both oral and written.
• Methodical approach to work.
• Good organization, problem-solving, and negotiating skills.
• Financial and numeracy management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work as part of a team.

Qualifications:

• An RICS-accredited Bachelor's or Master's degree, Higher National Diploma, or Post Graduate Diploma in a construction-related subject, preferably Quantity Surveying.

About Us

Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with colleagues and clients. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose.

With over 75 offices worldwide, you’ll be part of a truly global team that isn’t restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas, believing that quality relationships are at the heart of good business. We are committed to the success of our people, clients, and communities, providing a safer and more sustainable environment for all.

Our values underpin our work:

• Professionalism with personality
• Excellence with humility
• Innovation with agility

We’re an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications regardless of age, disability, marital status, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, transgender status, or gender.

We recognize the importance of work/life balance and offer flexible working arrangements to suit each individual.

Gleeds is a Great Place to Work certified employer.