Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Other Non-Alliance; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Anglian Water Group in Peterborough is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the Anglian Water @one Alliance. You will support the commercial and cost management activities on a programme of projects, helping to control costs, maximise value and maintain quality and safety standards.

You should be studying for or have completed a degree in engineering, management or cost discipline, with strong Excel skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Currently studying for, or have completed, a Degree level qualification in an engineering/ management/ cost discipline.
• Excellent IT skills with a focus on Excel and data handling.
• Able to communicate with a wide range of audiences.
• Proactive team member with strong organisational and prioritising skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the programme area Estimating team to ensure robust estimates aligned to scope and risk allowances.
• Work with Cost Manager, Procurement, Construction Manager and Project Delivery Manager on subcontracts and procurement strategies.
• Produce accurate live forecasting and cost reporting per WBS/Cost Base.
• Monitor actual costs against baseline and calculate variances and outcomes.
• Support in ensuring contractual awareness across project teams and with client/partner requirements.
• Maintain proper records for audits and cost assurance.

Skills

Excel

Communication

IT skills

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in engineering/ management/ cost discipline

Job description

Who are we? Here within the Anglian Water @one Alliance we are a totally collaborative organisation made up of our eight partner companies (Anglian Water, Balfour Beatty, Barhale, Binnies, MMB, MWH Treatment, Skanska and SWECO) and our extended supply chain, working together to deliver over half of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme. We are driving change, empowering us to set global benchmarks and build a better environment, with the opportunity to offer enhanced growth and development to our workforce. We’re looking to build on our existing teams with an environment built for career progression. To do that we need aspiring driven talent to help us achieve our ambitious targets, are you ready to join us as we prepare to deliver the most creative and innovative AMP we have ever seen? To play a key supporting role in the commercial and cost management of a project or programme of projects from inception through to close out, we are looking for an enthusiastic and eager Assistant Quantity Surveyor (AQS) to join the team! What will you be doing as our new AQS? As our new AQS, you’ll act as the commercial conscious to the integrated delivery team, providing commercial support to both the delivery management and on-site delivery teams.Embracing the outperformance mentality, you’ll ensure that operations are carried out to control costs, maximising value, minimising future liabilities and maintaining the required standard of quality and safety. In addition, you’ll develop your soft skills and understand the importance of an efficient and proactive commercial team in a dynamic and robust environment.

Key responsibilities

• Assist the programme area Estimating team to ensure robust estimates are provided that align to scope and make allowance for risks and opportunities including any necessary analysis, transfer of data to Alliance Procurement system and Cost Base.
• Work closely with the Cost Manager, Procurement team, Construction Manager and Project Delivery Manager in preparing Subcontracts and procurement strategies and ensuring they reflect agreed scope.
• Produce accurate live forecasting, considering the programme and reporting in accordance with the respective work breakdown structure / cost breakdown structure.
• Ensure actual costs are monitored and assessed against baseline, value of work done, solution cost progress, affordability challenges and final outturn calculations.
• Provide reports on actual costs vs. estimate & identifying underlying reasons for any variance & resolutions, highlight, challenge & resolve variance to latest plans.
• Assist the Cost Manager in ensuring that all project team members (including site staff) understand the contractual arrangements, to satisfy Client & Partner organisation requirements.
• Ensure that proper records are kept & maintained so financial information for audits and cost assurance is readily available.

A little bit about your skills, experience and behaviours

To join us for this development opportunity, you’ll be currently studying for, or have completed, a Degree level (or equivalent) qualification in an engineering/ management/ cost discipline and have a passion for pursuing a career in a commercial based role. With excellent IT skills (specifically Excel), you’ll be open to and able to communicate with a wide range of audiences. Acting as a proactive team member, you’ll have strong organisational and prioritising skills to underpin your enthusiasm and thirst to learn to make a positive impact.

Our Approach to Diversity & Inclusion

At the Anglian Water’s @one Alliance, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. We believe that diversity enriches our team, fuels innovation, and drives success. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, and actively encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. We are dedicated to creating an environment free from discrimination and bias, where everyone has equal opportunities for growth and advancement. Join us in creating a culture where diversity is celebrated, and inclusion is the norm. Alongside this we want to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to showcase their abilities during the interview process. If you require any specific accommodations or adjustments due to a disability or any other individual circumstances, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Our vision

A collaborative alliance, driving change. Empowering us to set global benchmarks and building a better environment for our customers. We strive to: Empower our people; Delight our Customers; Embrace digital transformation; Deliver brilliance.

Our Values

To bring environmental and social prosperity to the region we serve through our commitment to Love Every Drop we: Build trust; Do the right thing; Are always exploring The Anglian Water @one Alliance. Eight partners, endless opportunities.

Location: Hybrid, Peterborough

The Anglian Water @one Alliance is a collaborative organisation of consultants and contractors working together to deliver a significant portion of Anglian Water’s capital investment programme. We design and construct water and water recycling (waste water) treatment centres that serve more than six million people in the East of England and maintain and improve the water mains and the sewerage network in the region. With an eye firmly on carbon reduction and creating a more sustainable world - we are always looking for the very best people who are ready to bring fresh ideas to the table to help us all meet the AMP7 challenge. We value diversity and inclusion. We see it as central to our success as an organisation. We truly believe we are better able to understand and meet the needs of our customers if our organisation reflects the communities we serve.