Junior Commercial & QS Assistant – Construction Budgeting

Henley Chase; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Henley Chase invites applications for a Commercial Assistant / Assistant Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial and operational support across live construction projects in Hatfield. The role suits someone with 1-3 years' experience aiming to progress, with an interest in developing commercial knowledge while working closely with Project Managers and the operations team.

You will help manage budgets, costs, procurement and contract documentation, participating in forecasts, variations, cost

Qualifications

• 1-3 years' experience in Quantity Surveying, commercial management or similar.
• Experience in construction, fit-out or related industry.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers with the day-to-day commercial management of live projects.
• Assist with preparing and managing project budgets and cost plans.
• Track project costs against budgets and highlight variances.
• Assist with forecasting project costs and commercial reporting.
• Support the management, pricing and documentation of variations.
• Maintain accurate cost records and commercial documentation.
• Assist with subcontractor and supplier procurement from enquiry through to order.
• Prepare RFQs, analyse quotations and support supplier selection.
• Compare quotations and ensure value for money.
• Assist with negotiating commercial terms where required.
• Track orders, deliveries and subcontractor packages against programme.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist with preparing subcontract orders and supporting documentation.
• Support subcontractor valuations, payments and final accounts.
• Attend project, supplier and subcontractor meetings where required.
• Contribute to weekly and monthly cost, risk and progress reporting.
• Help identify commercial risks and opportunities across live projects.
• Maintain project records, including relevant health, safety and quality documentation.
• Provide administrative and operational support to Project Managers and the wider team.
• Assist with improving commercial, procurement and operational processes.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Commercial management

Numerical analysis

Education

QS qualification in progress

Job description

Henley Chase invites applications for a Commercial Assistant / Assistant Quantity Surveyor to provide commercial and operational support across live construction projects in Hatfield. The role suits someone with 1-3 years' experience aiming to progress, with an interest in developing commercial knowledge while working closely with Project Managers and the operations team.

You will help manage budgets, costs, procurement and contract documentation, participating in forecasts, variations, cost