Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Just Size 2; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property services company in Welwyn Garden City seeks an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to assist in financial control and performance management of refurbishment contracts. Candidates should possess knowledge of measurement and valuation, have experience in social housing, and ideally be pursuing accreditation. This role comes with great benefits, including a discretionary bonus and private health insurance.

Benefits

Profit Share Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme

26 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays

Enhanced Pension Plan

Private Health Insurance or Westfield Healthcare Cash Plan

Life Assurance & Accident Cover

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Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay

Work Perks Discounts & Vouchers

Flexible Working & Flexible Bank Holidays

Cycle to Work

Volunteering (2 days paid)

Learning & Development Opportunities

Extensive Wellbeing Support

Loyalty & Values Awards

Funded Professional Subscription

Qualifications

• Experience working with a Social Housing Tier 1 Principal Contractor.
• Experience as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor.

Responsibilities

• Assist with financial control, reporting, and commercial performance management.
• Manage cash applications, certifications, invoicing, and subcontract accounts.

Skills

Knowledge of measurement and valuation

Understanding of budgets and forecast management

Competency in IT systems and packages

Education

Minimum Level 4 in Quantity Surveying or equivalent

Job description

Permanent, Full Time

We are looking to recruit an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join our team based from our Welwyn office.

About The Role

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will assist with the day-to-day financial control, reporting, and commercial performance management of a Voids refurbishment contract, mainly, with the overall contract being a Repairs and Voids Contract.

Within the role, you will assist the lead Quantity Surveyor with cash management, including timely application/certification/invoicing/payment and careful administration of subcontract accounts.

About You

We are looking for candidates who have knowledge and understanding of measurement and valuation. You will also have a good understanding of budgets and forecast management, CVRs, and supplementary financial reports and final accounts. Previous repairs and voids experience is required. We are also looking for a good level of competency in IT systems and packages.

The Ideal Candidate Will Also Possess

• Experience working with a Social Housing Tier 1 Principal Contractor
• Experience in working as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role

Essential Qualifications

• Minimum Level 4 (or working towards) in Quantity Surveying, Construction, Commercial or equivalent
• Working towards obtaining a Black or White CSCS card

Benefits

• Profit Share Discretionary Annual Bonus Scheme
• 26 Days Holiday plus Bank Holidays
• Enhanced Pension Plan
• Private Health Insurance or Westfield Healthcare Cash Plan (24hr GP, dental, optical, physio, and more)
• Life Assurance & Accident Cover
• Share Save
• Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Pay
• Work Perks Discounts & Vouchers
• Buy & Sell Holiday Schemes
• Flexible Working & Flexible Bank Holidays
• Cycle to Work
• Volunteering (2 days paid)
• Learning & Development Opportunities
• Extensive Wellbeing Support, including EAP
• Loyalty & Values Awards
• Funded Professional Subscription

About Us

Morgan Sindall Property Services provides integrated asset management for housing associations and local authorities, focusing on improving residents' living conditions and leaving a lasting legacy in the communities we serve. Our services include responsive repairs, void refurbishments, compliance services, and planned maintenance works.

With over 1000 employees, we focus on a culture that puts people at the core of everything we do, encourages innovative thinking, and always puts our customer first.

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