Assistant Quantity Surveyor

SMD | Structural Metal Decks; Poole; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of structural flooring solutions in the UK is searching for a proactive Commercial Coordinator to join their Southern Contracts Team. You will oversee all commercial aspects of contracts, manage invoices, and handle disputes. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a commercial or QS role within construction. This role offers a competitive salary and a variety of perks, including performance bonuses, holiday options, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Company performance bonus

28 days holiday + bonus days

Option to purchase additional holiday

Length of service awards

Reward & recognition scheme

Private health scheme

Bike2Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Complimentary drinks and fresh fruit

Regular social and charity events

Casual dress code

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a commercial / QS role in construction is essential.
• HNC / D or equivalent in a relevant discipline is desirable.
• Qualification in Quantity Surveying is desirable.
• Experience with AutoCAD is desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel).

Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial success of all contracts within your team.
• Manage all invoices, purchase orders, and monthly work valuations.
• Proactively handle commercial disputes or queries.
• Support the Commercial Manager as required.
• Maintain accurate commercial data within company systems.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Team-oriented

Organised

Proficient in Microsoft Office 365

Education

HNC / D or equivalent in a relevant discipline

Qualification in Quantity Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Company Mission

At SMD, our mission is to be the UK’s leading provider of structural flooring and roofing solutions to the construction industry and to expand our brand and products internationally with a continued focus on safety, innovation, and environmental responsibility.

For over 35 years, SMD has specialised in delivering high-quality flooring solutions and has played a part in constructing some of the most iconic buildings across the UK and overseas. As our business continues to grow, we are looking for talented individuals who share our values and are ready to help us achieve our long-term ambitions.

Commercial Coordinator (Assistant QS) – Contracts Team

We are seeking a proactive and organised commercial professional to join our Southern Contracts Team. In this role, you’ll take responsibility for all commercial aspects of our contracts while supporting colleagues to ensure successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the commercial success of all contracts within your team.
• Understand and communicate the commercial terms contained in customer orders and company estimates.
• Manage all invoices, purchase orders, and monthly work valuations.
• Proactively handle commercial disputes or queries to ensure prompt resolution and final account close-out.
• Support the Commercial Manager as required and attend customer meetings when necessary.
• Attend and contribute to internal monthly operational meetings and follow through on agreed actions.
• Keep up to date with commercial law changes shared by the Commercial Manager.
• Participate in weekly debtor meetings and deliver any required follow-up actions.
• Assist with procurement of goods and services for contract delivery.
• Maintain accurate commercial data within company systems.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a commercial / QS role in construction (essential)
• HNC / D or equivalent in a relevant discipline (desirable)
• Qualification in Quantity Surveying (desirable)
• Experience with AutoCAD (desirable)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Familiarity with company office management systems
• Highly methodical, organised, and team-oriented

What We Offer

• Competitive salary – based on company bandings and experience
• Company performance bonus
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) + bonus days
• Option to purchase additional holiday
• Length of service awards
• Reward & recognition scheme
• Private health scheme
• Bike2Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Complimentary drinks and fresh fruit
• Regular social and charity events
• Casual dress code