Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Integrated Water Services (Mechanical and Electrical) IWS M&E; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-Friendly Leave

Company Pension Scheme

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Career Development

Job summary

Integrated Water Services (Mechanical and Electrical) IWS M&E in Wallingford, UK is seeking an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join the Commercial Team. You will support cost management, contract administration, procurement activities, valuations, and financial reporting to help deliver projects on time and within budget.

The role involves tendering, subcontract accounts, and cost forecasting within a dynamic MEICA environment, working with senior QS staff to improve commercial performance

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Quantity Surveying or related field.
• Experience in construction, civil engineering, utilities, or commercial environment.
• Basic cost management, procurement, subcontract administration, and contracts knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support Managing/Senior QS to maintain profitability, cash flow and cost control.
• Assist administration and management of contracts, with deadlines and service requirements.
• Prepare cost reports, forecasts, budgets, cash flow projections and cost-to-complete information.
• Assist tendering, estimating, procurement, and subcontractor pricing.
• Assist subcontract accounts, valuations, variations and final accounts.
• Monitor costs and commercial performance against budgets and KPIs.

Skills

Numerical skills

Excel

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree/HND/HNC in Quantity Surveying or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Company: Integrated Water Services (Mechanical and Electrical) IWS M&E

Salary:Upto £40,000 (depending on experience)

Location:Wallingford, Oxfordshire

Contract:Full-Time | Permanent | 40 hours per week

About Us:

IWS M&E mitigates and manages risk from mechanical and electrical failures for a wide range of customers in the public and private sectors throughout the UK.

An established Principle Contractor and Designer within the MEICA Process sector, IWS M&E’s specialisms include pump diagnostics and refurbishment, turn-key project management, chemical dosing and control, and plant and infrastructure maintenance with emergency response.

The Role:

The Assistant Quantity Surveyor will support the Commercial Team in providing accurate commercial and contractual information to operational teams. The role involves assisting with cost management, contract administration, procurement activities, valuations, and financial reporting to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and within budget. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual to develop a successful career in quantity surveying within a dynamic construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Managing Quantity Surveyor and Senior Quantity Surveyor in maintaining project profitability, cash flow, cost control, and accurate commercial reporting.
• Assist in the administration and management of contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations, deadlines, and service requirements.
• Prepare and maintain cost reports, forecasts, budgets, cash flow projections, and cost-to-complete (CTC) information.
• Support tendering, estimating, procurement, and subcontractor engagement activities by providing accurate commercial and pricing information.
• Assist in the preparation, assessment, and management of subcontract accounts, valuations, variations, compensation events, and final accounts.
• Monitor project costs and commercial performance against budgets and KPIs, identifying risks, opportunities, and potential cost efficiencies.
• Produce and maintain accurate commercial records, reports, forecasts, and project documentation in line with company procedures.
• Support the management of client-side commercial processes, including applications for payment, compensation events, extensions of time (EOTs), and completion submissions.
• Attend client, project, and commercial review meetings, providing commercial support and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships.
• Work collaboratively with operational teams to improve commercial awareness, support efficient project delivery, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, relevant legislation, contractual requirements, and Health & Safety standards at all times.
• Promote teamwork, knowledge sharing, professional conduct, and a customer-focused approach while supporting the achievement of business objectives and profit improvement targets.

What You’ll Need:

• Degree, HND/HNC, or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Previous experience in a construction, civil engineering, utilities, or commercial environment (including placements or internships).
• Basic understanding of cost management, procurement, subcontract administration, and construction contracts.
• Good commercial awareness and strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge ofHealth & Safety requirementswithin the construction industry.

What You’ll Get:

• Family-Friendly Leave: Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days
• Financial & Life Assurance:Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options
• Health & Wellbeing:Employee Assistance Programme and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents
• Lifestyle & Perks:Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers
• Professional Development: Hands-on training and ongoing career development opportunities
• Inclusion & Belonging: Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, Parent & Carer Networking Group and more
• Performance & Recognition: Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards.

At South Staffordshire Group, inclusion matters. We have a wide range of employee networks which are employee-led communities that bring our people together, support different perspectives and create a strong sense of belonging. Our people are encouraged to get involved as members or allies.

We are committed to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including all genders, ethnicity, sexual orientations, and physical and neurodiverse abilities.

We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and encourage you to let us know how we can best support you throughout the recruitment process.