Assistant Quantity Surveyor

TN United Kingdom; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in energy services seeks an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to support the commercial delivery of contracts in Smart Buildings. The role involves financial reporting, estimating, commercial negotiation, and contract management, ensuring projects are completed safely and on time. Benefits include a pension scheme, annual leave, life cover, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

24 days annual leave + public holidays

Life Cover (1x annual salary)

Employee Assistance Program

Discount schemes on major brands

Cycle to work scheme

Opportunities for professional development and training

Qualifications

• Solid experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, with site experience preferred.
• Be qualified or working towards qualification as a Quantity Surveyor.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the commercial delivery of multiple contracts.
• Support the creation and review of project cost variance reports.
• Manage payment processes and support dispute risk management.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

Qualification as a Quantity Surveyor

Tools

JCT

NEC

Job description

Job Description: Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Royaume-Uni

Equans has a new opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor within our Digital business unit, delivering critical Building Management System (BMS) infrastructure upgrades across various sectors including commercial, retail, healthcare, education, and government nationwide. This role involves supporting the transition of sites to become Smart-enabled, enabling further value through IoT solutions that benefit communities and the environment.

Role overview

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will assist in the commercial delivery of multiple contracts, working closely with senior team members and project teams within Smart Buildings. The focus will be on risk and opportunity management, compliance, and ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Key activities

1. Financial Reporting: Support the creation and review of project cost variance reports, forecasts, and cash flow management, ensuring adherence to budgets.
2. Estimating: Develop estimates with input from experts, support tender document creation, and identify value management opportunities during pre-contract stages.
3. Commercial Negotiation: Manage payment processes, prepare and review key documents, and support dispute risk management. Assist in developing procurement schedules and project plans.
4. Contract knowledge: Understand various contract models (JCT, NEC, etc.), assist in drafting and interpreting contracts, and ensure compliance with contract terms.
5. Be qualified or working towards qualification as a Quantity Surveyor.
6. Have solid experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, with site experience preferred.
7. Support and advise on commercial strategy, maintaining alignment with business objectives.
8. Communicate effectively with site teams, contractors, and external parties to manage project progress and resolve issues.
9. Present information clearly, both orally and in writing.
10. Work in a quality-focused environment, adhering to systems and procedures, with a focus on continual improvement.
11. Identify, monitor, and mitigate project risks, demonstrating strong analytical skills.

Benefits include:

• Pension Scheme
• 24 days annual leave + public holidays
• Life Cover (1x annual salary)
• Employee Assistance Program and mental wellbeing support
• Discount schemes on major brands
• Cycle to work scheme
• Opportunities for professional development and training

Who are we?

EQUANS is a global leader in energy services, operating in over 50 countries with nearly 50,000 employees and an annual turnover exceeding €17 billion. In the UK & Ireland, we provide technical, facilities management, regeneration, and energy services, specializing in smart buildings, green mobility, and renewable energy solutions.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups and supporting flexible working environments.

Whats next?

If interested, please register, apply, and track your application. Our Resourcing Team will review your submission and contact you. We support positive action initiatives to promote diversity and encourage all qualified candidates to apply, including those who may not meet all technical requirements but demonstrate transferable skills.