Assistant Quantity Surveyor (High End Residential) | £25,000 – £35,000 + package | Permanent | [...]

Pinnacle Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious building contractor as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, where you'll play a key role in managing high-end residential projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse projects valued between £0.5m and £5m, ensuring quality and client satisfaction. You will be responsible for preparing tender packages, managing subcontractor claims, and maximizing gross margins on contracts. This innovative firm, with a rich history in the high-end residential sector, offers a supportive environment for professional growth. If you are passionate about delivering excellence in construction and have the relevant experience, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified or currently studying towards a Degree in Quantity Surveying.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience with a main contractor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispatch tender packages to sub-contractors.
• Assist with contract valuations and final accounts.

Skills

Cost Assessment

Tender Preparation

Contract Valuations

Subcontractor Management

Variation Assessment

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Currently studying towards a Degree

Job description

Assistant Quantity Surveyor (High End Residential) | £25,000 – £35,000 + package | Permanent | SW London

Salary: £25,000 - £35,000 plus package
Location: SW London

I have a great opportunity for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join a high-end residential building contractor on a permanent basis, based in their SW London offices.

The company has been around since the 1980s, initially carrying out small extensions and alterations within the high-end residential sector. Over the years they have continuously evolved and are one of the most reputable builders in the high-end residential sector, carrying out prestigious projects to the highest quality.

They carry out new build developments, refurbishment projects, extensions, and alterations throughout South West London and the surrounding areas. Regardless of the project, the aim remains the same: to exceed their clients’ high expectations. Client focus and an uncompromising attitude to quality of finish are the driving forces behind the success of their business.

They are looking for an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to work on a mix of high-end residential new build and refurbishment projects, between £0.5m – £5m in value. The role will be office-based with site visits as and when required. The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will report to the Senior Quantity Surveyor and be responsible for maximising the gross margin on the company’s building contracts through obtaining best prices for sub-contracts, accurately assessing costs during delivery of the contract, and justifying to and claiming all contractual payments due to the company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and despatch tender packages to sub-contractors (with clerical support)
• Set up job files and all necessary records (with clerical support and in conjunction with Accounts Department)
• Collate sub-contractor tenders and, in consultation with the Contracts Manager, award sub-contracts
• (In conjunction with the Senior Project Surveyor), check and approve sub-contractors’ claims for payment
• Liaise with sub-contractors to resolve queries
• Assess and cost variations to contract
• Update and maintain records
• Assist with contract valuations
• Assist with monthly cost/value reconciliations
• Submit and agree final accounts (in conjunction with the Senior Project Surveyor)

Assistant Quantity Surveyor:

• Ideally Degree qualified or currently studying towards a Degree
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience working for a reputable main contractor
• Residential project experience would be highly advantageous
• Previous experience dealing with sub-contractors

If you are an Assistant Quantity Surveyor and you are interested in this role, please apply with an updated CV or call Rob Apps on: 020 7401 8886.