Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Your new company
You will be joining an established design and build contractor based in Nottingham, with almost 40 years' experience delivering high-quality construction projects across the Midlands.
The business specialises in bespoke care home developments, alongside commercial and residential schemes, and has developed a strong reputation for quality, reliability and long-standing relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors.
Due to continued growth and a strong project pipeline, they are looking to appoint an Assistant Quantity Surveyor to join their commercial team.

Your new role
As Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you will work closely with a Senior Quantity Surveyor and Commercial Manager, supporting the commercial management of projects from pre-construction through to final account.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Assistant QS looking to gain broad commercial exposure and progressively take ownership of subcontract packages and project responsibilities.

• Your responsibilities will include:
• Assisting with project budgets, cost plans and ongoing cost control
• Measuring and valuing works from drawings, specifications and site information
• Preparing interim valuations and applications for payment
• Assessing subcontractor applications and preparing payment certificates
• Supporting subcontractor procurement, including tender enquiries, analysis and negotiations
• Assisting with subcontract orders, variations and payment notices
• Identifying, recording and valuing variations and changes
• Supporting monthly CVRs, cost-to-complete forecasts and profitability reviews
• Assisting with contract administration, predominantly under JCT contracts
• Supporting value engineering and commercial risk management
• Assisting with client and subcontractor final accounts
• Attending site, project and commercial meetings
• Maintaining strong working relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers
• Undertaking regular site visits across the contractor's project portfolio

What you'll need to succeed
You will ideally have some previous commercial or Quantity Surveying experience within a main contractor or construction environment.

You will also ideally have:

• HNC, degree or other construction-related qualification, or be working towards one
• An understanding of construction methods, drawings and specifications
• Exposure to subcontract procurement, valuations, variations or cost reporting
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Good Microsoft Excel capabilities
• Knowledge of JCT contracts would be advantageous
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
• A proactive attitude and willingness to develop commercially
• Good communication skills and the confidence to work with site teams and subcontractors
• A full UK driving licence
  Candidates at different stages of their Assistant QS career will be considered, with the salary reflecting previous experience and commercial capability.

What you'll get in return

• £28,000 - £45,000 salary, dependent on experience
• £4,000 car allowance
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 21 days' annual leave
• Statutory bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Monday to Friday working hours of 8:30am - 4:30pm
• Exposure to projects throughout the full commercial life cycle
• Support and development from experienced Senior Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers
• Opportunity to progressively take ownership of packages and increased commercial responsibility
• Long-term career development within an established Midlands contractor

What you need to do now
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