Commercial Assistant (Entry Level)

Qualter, Hall & Co Limited; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Health and wellbeing

Work-life balance

Free parking

Job summary

Qualter, Hall & Co Limited in Barnsley is seeking a Cost Engineering and Planning professional to support cost estimation, planning and commercial management. You will gather data on construction costs, assist with measurement and valuation of works, record site progress, and maintain internal records, including timesheets.

You'll learn to use the ERP system and help track costs across projects. The ideal candidate has a basic understanding of the construction industry, foundational knowledge of

Qualifications

• A basic understanding of the construction industry or a construction-related commercial environment.
• A basic knowledge of what a commercial and procurement function does, alongside a basic understanding of contract terms and conditions. Relevant work experience is an advantage.
• Analytical thinking, strong attention to detail and a basic understanding of data verification checks.
• Good digital skills (particularly with MS Word and MS Excel).
• A positive attitude and ability to work efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Gather data and research current construction costs under experienced team supervision.
• Assist with the measurement, record-keeping and valuation of works in line with company procedures.
• Record progress on site and support the maintenance of internal records, including timesheet tracking.
• Learn to use and maintain the company’s internal ERP software system.
• Collate cost and value information across various projects.
• Help measure physical works and compile data regarding subcontractor performance.
• Support our digital transformation and digitalisation initiatives.
• Support the team in raising compensation event notices, early warning notices and variations/quotations.
• Raise material and subcontractor orders in compliance with company processes.
• Monitor, track and respond to order acknowledgements from our supply chain.
• Source pricing and product information using the internet, phone, networks and email.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Commercial awareness

Analytical thinking

MS Word & Excel

Positive attitude

Tools

ERP software

Job description

What We Offer

We believe in supporting our team members both personally and professionally. Alongside a competitive, industry-benchmarked salary, you will receive:

• Career Progression: A transparent annual pay review in line with industry standards, alongside professional development and training opportunities to help you progress.


• Health and Wellbeing: Access to free annual health checks, free eye tests and the reassurance of having trained Mental Health First Aiders within our team.


• Work-Life Balance: Comprehensive paid annual leave and sick leave, parental leave policies.


• Commuter support: Free parking at our Barnsley site and access to a corporate Cycle to Work Scheme.

What You Will Do

Cost Engineering and Planning:

• Gather data and research current construction costs under experienced team supervision.


• Assist with the measurement, record-keeping and valuation of works in line with company procedures.


• Record progress on site and support the maintenance of internal records, including timesheet tracking.

Cost and Commercial Management:

• Learn to use and maintain the company’s internal ERP software system.


• Collate cost and value information across various projects.


• Help measure physical works and compile data regarding subcontractor performance.


• Support our digital transformation and digitalisation initiatives.


• Support the team in raising compensation event notices, early warning notices and variations/quotations.

Procurement:

• Raise material and subcontractor orders in compliance with company processes.


• Monitor, track and respond to order acknowledgements from our supply chain.


• Source pricing and product information using the internet, phone, networks and email.

We are focusing on potential, attitude and foundational understanding rather than years of experience.

Our ideal candidate will bring:

• A basic understanding of the construction industry or a construction-related commercial environment.


• A basic knowledge of what a commercial and procurement function does, alongside a basic understanding of contract terms and conditions. Relevant work experience is an advantage.


• Analytical thinking, strong attention to detail and a basic understanding of data verification checks.


• Good digital skills (particularly with MS Word and MS Excel)


• A positive attitude and ability to work efficiently.

Because this role bridges two key departments, our successful candidate will have a long-term opportunity to specialise in either commercial operations or procurement as the business grows and their skills evolve.