Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Foresight Search Ltd; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful residential builder is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their team in the South West. The role involves supporting commercial aspects of new build residential developments. Candidates should have at least 12 months' experience with residential projects and a desire for long-term career growth. A competitive salary, car allowance, and benefits package are offered.

Benefits

Car allowance

Company benefits package

Exposure to varied residential developments

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of experience with a national or regional house builder.
• Ability to work on residential projects.
• Ambitious and motivated to grow in career.

Responsibilities

• Ensure maximum commercial return for the project.
• Prepare accurate cost/value reconciliation reports.
• Assist in final account agreements with subcontractors.

Skills

Residential project experience

Team collaboration

Cost/value reconciliation skills

Innovative mindset

Job description

Title: Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Location: Taunton & Bridgwater projects (Bristol office)

Salary: GBP30,000 to GBP45,000 + car allowance + bonus + package

Sector: New build Residential developments

Start Date: ASAP

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - The Company:

Our client is a successful residential builder with an established reputation within the South West market and beyond. Typical projects include mid to high volume residential developments such as 3, 4, and 5 bed houses, as well as apartments in both timber frames and traditional build, on open market and social housing schemes.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - The Role:

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the regional commercial team and advance your career with one of the best employers in the region. You will assist in the day-to-day commercial aspects of new build residential developments across two sites in Somerset. The position reports to an experienced Senior QS and offers excellent guidance and mentorship.

Typical duties & responsibilities:

• Ensure maximum commercial return for the project.
• Help prepare accurate cost/value reconciliation reports.
• Prepare and agree interim valuations at scheduled dates to optimize commercial advantages.
• Assist in final account agreements with subcontractors to maximize project margins.
• Ensure subcontractor orders comply with company procedures and project schedules.
• Maintain control of subcontractor accounts and minimize variations.
• Manage subcontract valuations and correspondence.
• Perform quantity surveying duties on projects as instructed.
• Prepare or assist with monthly cost/value reconciliation reports.
• Develop and update cash flow forecasts, recording actual valuations against forecasts.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - The Person:

• At least 12 months of experience with a national or regional house builder or residential main contractor/sub-contractor.
• Experience working on residential projects.
• Long-term career ambition.
• Innovative mindset with the ability to improve processes.
• Good team player, eager to contribute to a growing business.
• Commutable between Bridgwater and Taunton.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor - The Reward:

• Competitive salary.
• Company benefits package.
• Car allowance.
• Exposure to varied residential developments.
• Continued local work within the South West region.

Please contact Foresight Search for more information on this or other vacancies.