Assistant Quantity Surveyor: Cost Control & Tenders

Matchtech

Newport

On-site

GBP 35,000 - 50,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Matchtech in Newport, United Kingdom seeks a Quantity Surveyor to support commercial activities, manage subcontractor relationships, and drive cost control and profitability through accurate cost reconciliation and contract administration.

The role requires NEC3 familiarity, strong analytical skills, and a collaborative approach to deliver risk mitigation and robust tender development.

Qualifications

Experience working in a complex team environment.
Experience of sub contractor management.
Commercial awareness and ability to read contracts.
Understanding NEC3 forms of contract.
Knowledge of construction contract law.
Strong communication skills.
Analytical and investigative skills.

Responsibilities

Process and produce transparent weekly and monthly cost value reconciliation to ensure accurate and timely information.
Capture and allocate all relevant costs and liabilities.
Maintain long term relationships with internal and external teams for transfer of information.
Assist in managing opportunities and risks to the business ensuring deviations from working practice are identified.
Assist the Quantity Surveyor in the development of commercial tenders, offers and contracts.
Identify and upscale inappropriate costs and monitor transfers between contract cost centres.